专题04 阅读理解（记叙文+议论文）（期中真题汇编，广东专用）高二英语上学期

专题04 阅读理解（记叙文+议论文） 主题语境01 人与社会-历史、社会与文化 Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广东佛山S6高质量发展联盟·期中）Marion Sheppard felt sorry for herself when she began to lose her sight in her 40s. Since childhood, Sheppard had always been a keen dancer. But now she rarely left her Bronx apartment. She was afraid that, unable to see a stranger approaching, she would be knocked down on the streets. In fact, mostly, she worried about the way she would appear to the world. She wondered constantly, “What if people look at me differently, and treat me differently?” After several months of grief and fear, Sheppard determined to keep moving. Hard as it was, Sheppard forced herself to go out. She attended a social event for people with visual problems, and was shocked to find that not only did no one dance, but they barely moved. “Oh no!” she told herself. “That is not the way I want to live!” She bought a walking stick and named it Tyreek, which she had always planned on giving a son if she had one. Sheppard continued to work at her library job at The New York Times until her vision worsened in her 50s. And she kept moving and dancing. Sheppard was 61 when she attended a summer camp for the blind in 2008, where she taught her first line dancing class. After that, she asked a Manhattan community center run by Visions if she could teach her class there, but she was told no and that it would be too dangerous for the students. Still, she persisted, and soon convinced the administrators to let her teach line dancing on a volunteer basis. Her classes proved to be so popular that in 2012, Visions hired her to be on staff. Sheppard was excited. She was teaching over a dozen students dance steps. But Sheppard instructed her beloved students on far more than that. With constant encouragement, she also managed to make dignity and independence take root in them. In her classes, the students could truly be themselves. 1.Why was Sheppard unwilling to leave her apartment? A. She had a lot of housework to do. B. She had to attend her son at home. C. She was afraid of being looked down upon. D. She was worried about getting involved in accidents. 2.How did Sheppard feel about her walking stick? A. She valued it as something special. B. She was often greatly embarrassed by it. C. She treated it simply as an ordinary tool. D. She regarded it as a short-term necessity. 3.What did Sheppard’s students learn from her? A. Humor and patience. B. Intelligence and honesty. C. Imagination and creativity. D. Self-respect and self-reliance. Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广东粤东四校·期中）Dr. Jane Goodall, the renowned primatologist and conservationist, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025, at the age of 91. Her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees reshaped our understanding of the animal kingdom and inspired generations to protect the natural world. Beginning her research in Tanzania’s Gombe Stream National Park in 1960, the 26-year-old Goodall brought a fresh perspective to animal behavior studies. With no formal scientific training, she pioneered a compassionate, non-invasive approach to observing chimpanzees. She broke scientific conventions by giving the chimpanzees names like “David Greybeard” instead of numbers, allowing her to document their individual personalities and complex emotional lives. Her patience and dedication led to revolutionary discoveries, including her observation of chimpanzees using and making tools — a capability once thought unique to humans. Goodall’s most famous discovery came when she witnessed David Greybeard modifying a twig to “fish” for termites. This finding, along with her records of chimpanzees exhibiting behaviors such as hunting, warfare, and displaying emotions like grief and joy, fundamentally challenged the boundaries between humans and other animals. Her methods, initially criticized by some scientists, ultimately revolutionized the field of primatology and established a new paradigm for animal behavior research. Beyond her scientific contributions, Goodall transformed into a global conservation leader. She established the Jane Goodall Institute in 1977 and founded the “Roots & Shoots” youth program in 1991, empowering young people in over 100 countries to take action for people, animals, and the environment. Honored as a UN Messenger of Peace and receiving numerous awards, including the presidential Medal of Freedom, Goodall’s true legacy lies in the enduring hope she instilled in millions worldwide. She proved that one person’s dedication can indeed change the world. 1.What made Goodall’s work significant? A. She worked extensively with chimpanzees in laboratory environments. B. She greatly changed our perception of animals and inspired environmental protection. C. She was mainly recognized for establishing an international wildlife research institute. D. She proved that formal academic training is useless for important scientific discoveries. 2.Why did Goodall name the chimpanzees instead of numbering them? A. It helped her to secure more research funding for her project. B. It was a requirement of the Gombe Stream National Park. C. It reflected her unique methodology and personal approach to studying animal behavior. D. It was a common practice among scientists at the time to ensure objectivity. 3.Which of the following best describes Goodall according to the passage? A. Well-trained and educated. B. Conventional and determined. C. Patient and devoted. D. Competitive and ambitious. 4.What is the main purpose of the passage? A. To outline the scientific process of primate tool-making in detail. B. To criticize the initial skepticism of the scientific community towards a female researcher. C. To honor the life and highlight her scientific and conservation impacts. D. To promote the “Roots & Shoots” youth program and encourage reader participation. 主题语境02 人与社会-社会服务与人际沟通 （25-26高二上·广东H7联盟·12月大联考）Ibby Piracha, who was a deaf-mute (聋哑人) since he was young, adjusted his glasses as he approached the counter in a coffee shop. His fingers tapped lightly on the surface of the counter—his usual way to signal his presence. Then the waiter with the silver name tag (标牌), Krystal Payne, suddenly stepped back from the coffee machine and reached into a box. Payne pulled out a piece of receipt paper, wrote something, and then folded it into three parts, sliding it across the counter to Ibby. Ibby’s breath caught as he unfolded the paper, his fingertips touching the letters: I have been learning American Sign Language, so you can have the same experience as everyone else. Behind the counter, Payne had been quietly watching. She saw Ibby’s eyebrows lift in surprise as he swallowed (做吞咽动作) with effort. Then, a real, genuine smile spread across his face, one that reached all the way to his crinkled brown eyes, the same way his mother used to smile when she’d surprise him with his favorite comic book. He carefully smoothed out the paper, as if it was something very fragile and precious. Then she signed to ask him what he would like to order. The words she expressed with sign language were slightly messy at the end — you could tell she had been practicing—but each letter stood proudly on the note. Then, he slowly and carefully expressed himself and then slid his order card under it. Payne’s gesture was especially meaningful given the challenges faced by the deaf community. A recent study showed that 67% of deaf people experience negative treatment due to their condition, even often from those closest to them. But in this quiet coffee shop, with the sound of the coffee machine in the background, Payne had created a moment of true connection and bridged the widest gaps with the simplest acts. 1.Why did Ibby tap lightly on the counter? A. To convey his impatience. B. To practice his sign language. C. To draw the waiter’s attention. D. To check if the waiter was there. 2.How did Ibby feel when reading the note from Payne? A. Confused and curious. B. Amazed and touched. C. Amused and relaxed. D. Embarrassed and tense. 3.What can we learn about Payne? A. She was a close friend of Ibby’s family. B. She prepared the note in advance for Ibby. C. She had been trained in sign language for years. D. She tried to communicate with Ibby in his way. 4.Which of the following can best describe Payne? A. Caring and considerate. B. Independent and strict. C. Open-minded and calm. D. Strong-willed and honest. 主题语境03 人与自我-生活与学习 （25-26高二上·广东深圳盟校·11月·期中）In Tuba Geçkil’s world, anything can turn into a cake. From shoes, toilet paper rolls, to a steaming kettle, the Turkish sugar artist’s ultra-realistic cakes are sculpted to mirror everyday objects. They’re so convincing until a knife slices them open to reveal their delicious insides. Geçkil’s journey began with a simple desire to create something special for her son’s 1st birthday. She shaped a car cake so real that her son wanted to play with it instead of eating it. From that moment, she discovered her passion: turning daily items into edible (可食用的) art. She began experimenting with techniques from painting, sculpting, and even hairstylings, designing each cake as if it were a high-fashioned piece, customized with fine details. In 2020, her creations gained widespread attention on social media where she challenged her followers to guess which object on the table was actually a cake. It was always the one they least expected. For Geçkil, the joy lies not only in the craft but in the reactions her cakes inspire. Seeing people’s faces light up with wonder and surprise is the magic she loves to create. She said, “All hyper-realistic cakes are crazy, limited only by imagination.” Apart from her online fame, Geçkil also founded Red Rose Cake where she teaches courses in cake designing. Since 2016, she has been giving workshops in many countries—the USA, Brazil, England, India, France, Dubai, etc. Many of her students have won awards in competitions, and many are now teaching. As she watches her students excel, Geçkil is inspired to dream bigger — to bring Turkish culture to the global stage in a delicious way. She dreams of holding an international exhibition where she will fashion cakes showing traditional Turkish food as well as cultural sites, inviting people around the world to taste the richness of her homeland. 1.Which words can best describe Geçkil’s cakes? A. Lifelike and detailed. B. Complex but tasty. C. Traditional but usable. D. Creative and abstract. 2.How did Geçkil challenge her followers on social media? A. By assigning bakery tasks. B. By presenting visual tricks. C. By collecting the best flavors. D. By rating online submissions. 3.What does paragraph 4 mainly discuss about Geçkil? A. Her fashionable design. B. Her national popularity. C. Her teaching philosophy. D. Her educational achievements. 4.What is Geçkil’s goal for the future? A. To enrich Turkish food. B. To outshine her students. C. To improve her technique. D. To promote Turkish culture. 主题语境04 人与自然-环境 （25-26高二上·广东深圳外国语高中·期中）My husband, children and I were in Hawaii. Here, we were introduced to the ancient Hawaiian concept of mālama (to care for) which encourages visitors to give back to the environment and local communities through activities like habitat restoration, beach cleanups or food provision. But mālama goes beyond eco-tourism — it’s about leaving a place better than you found it. And after seeking out these experiences during a three-week stay, we found mālama not only improves Hawaii, but it also made our time there much more meaningful. Mālama volunteer experiences are found across the islands. For example, on Maui, you can help restore native forests and volunteer at a nursery; while on O’ahu, visitors can clear invasive algae from Maunalua Bay. In some cases, travelers booking with partnering hotels and participating in designated activities will qualify for a discounted — or even free — night at dozens of hotels and resorts. “Mālama today is more vital than ever,” our guide Rogers said. “Too many tourists walk carelessly on our land, ignoring restrictions and damaging sensitive ecosystems... don’t just think Hawaii is beautiful; help keep it that way. It’s a shared responsibility.” As Rogers explained, mālama isn’t just about seeing or appreciating a landscape; it invites visitors to connect and contribute to it, with the idea that caring for a place fosters a stronger relationship with it. After eight days, we ventured to Molokai, Hawaii’s least developed island. No resorts or chain stores spoiled its wild beauty — just dramatic cliffs meeting rough seas. Deep in the eastern wilderness, we met Greg Solatario, whose family has taken care of this land for generations. His simple off-grid life perfectly embodied mālama. Greg welcomed us warmly before leading us through jungle-covered ruins of ancestral villages. As we approached, his son Devak blew a conch shell — a traditional request to enter. “The land remembers,” Greg explained, showing us medicinal plants and ancient fishing spots. His parting words stayed with me: “Mālama shouldn’t be just Hawaiian — the whole world needs this way of caring.” 1.How does the author present the topic in the first paragraph? A. By quoting an expert. B. By giving examples. C. By explaining a concept. D. By providing statistics. 2.What can Mālama volunteers experience in Hawaii? A. Developing Maunalua Bay. B. Reviving local forests. C. Asking for hotel discounts. D. Organizing big activities. 3.What do we know about Greg Solatario’s family? A. They built new resorts in the wild. B. They have long protected the land. C. They offered guided tours to locals. D. They fixed up the old village ruins. 4.Which of the following best describes the author’s trip in Hawaii? A. The wise improve what they enjoy. B. Where there is a will, there is a way. C. God helps those who help themselves. D. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. 主题语境01 人与社会-历史、社会与文化 Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广东广州三校（协和、增中、华侨）·期中）Nuclear expert Peng Shilu once said that he only did two things in his entire life: one was to build nuclear submarines (核潜艇), and the other to build nuclear power plants. Despite being one of the founding members of China’s nuclear power industry, Peng described himself as playing a tiny role in the task. In fact, he held leading positions in most of China’s early nuclear power projects, from the first-generation nuclear submarines to the establishment of Dayawan and Qinshan nuclear power stations. Peng was born in 1925 into a family of heroes. After the founding of the People’s Republic of China, Peng was selected to study chemical machinery (机械) in the Soviet Union. In 1956, when he was about to graduate, he faced a turning point in his life. At that time, the central government decided to select a group of outstanding students studying abroad to transfer to the atomic energy major. Peng willingly agreed, marking the beginning of his lifelong commitment to developing China’s nuclear power. In 1958, China started to independently develop its own nuclear submarines, and Peng was appointed to take charge of the research and design of the nuclear propulsion system. In the 1980s, China decided to build a commercial nuclear power plant. Appointed as the director-in-chief, Peng once again devoted himself to its preparation and construction. During his career, Peng held a variety of high-ranking titles. In 1994, he was elected as an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, one of the top academic bodies in China. Peng passed away in Beijing on March 22, 2021 at the age of 96. The Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee awarded the title “Role Model of the Times” to Peng for his contributions. 1.What does the author imply in the first paragraph? A. Peng took interest in nothing but nuclear power. B. Peng was actually a very modest person. C. Peng played a tiny role in building nuclear power plants. D. Peng was the most important figure in the nuclear field. 2.What does the underlined part in the 2nd paragraph mean? A. Focus on. B. Know about. C. Turn to. D. Research into. 3.How does the author develop the passage? A. By following the time order. B. By showing the great importance. C. By providing some similar examples. D. By explaining the process of research. 4.Which of the following is the proper title for the passage? A. China Honors a Nuclear Power Expert B. Peng Shilu Built Nuclear Submarines C. China Lost a Famous Nuclear Expert D. A Nuclear Hero Devoted Himself to Helping His Country Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广东东莞松莞和深大附中联考·期中）For generations, the name Milton Hershey has been a well-known word closely connected with fine chocolate products throughout the country and around the world. He was born in 1857 on a farm near Derry Church, a small Pennsylvania community. Frequent family moves interrupted his schooling and left him with limited education. He only completed the fourth grade. Following a four-year apprenticeship (学徒期) with a Lancaster candy maker, he established his first candy-making business in Philadelphia. That initial effort failed as did his next two attempts in Chicago and New York. However, he never gave up his hope to build up his own business. Returning to Lancaster in 1883, Hershey established the Lancaster Caramel Company, which quickly became an outstanding success. It was this business that established him as a candy maker and set the stage for future achievements. Hershey became fascinated with German chocolate-making machinery exhibited at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. He bought the equipment for his Lancaster plant and soon began producing various chocolate creations. Then in 1900, he sold the Lancaster Caramel Co. in order to focus entirely on his chocolate business. Three years later, Hershey returned to Derry Church to build a new factory. There he could obtain the large supplies of fresh milk needed to perfect and produce fine milk chocolate. Through trial and error, he created his own formula for milk chocolate. In 1903 he began construction on what was to become the world’s largest chocolate plant. After its completion, Hershey's milk chocolate quickly became the first nationally marketed product of its kind. With Milton Hershey’s success came a great sense of social responsibility. Hershey created a completely new community around his factory. He built a model town for his employees that included comfortable homes, an inexpensive public transportation system, a quality public school system and broad cultural opportunities. The town of Hershey continues to be a special place for its residents and a popular at action for millions of visitors each year. Indeed, Milton Hershey's achievements do speak for themselves. 1.What stopped Hershey from having systematic school education? A. His family’s continual relocation. B. His lack of interest in study. C. His failure to meet school requirements. D. His parents’ attaching little value to education. 2.Why did Hershey sell his Lancaster plant? A. The plant had suffered a huge loss. B. The produced candies were of low quality. C. His machinery business needed a lot of money. D. He decided to commit himself to chocolate production. 3.Which of the following best describes Hershey? A. Gentle and open-minded. B. Determined and public-spirited. C. Honest and generous. D. Humorous and creative. 4.What can be the most suitable title for the text? A. Failure is the mother of success. B. Many hands make light work. C. Impossible is nothing to a willing heart. D. Great hopes and good wills make great man. 主题语境02 人与自我-生活与学习 Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广东两校联考·期中）Luke Grenfel-Shaw had a rare form of cancer. It started as a pain in his shoulder and the tumour spread to his lungs, making it stage four. The Oxford graduate was teaching English in Siberia when he suffered a shoulder pain and saw the school nurse. It was her reaction to a lump on his back that sent him back home to Bristol. “I was 24 years old. I had done an ultramarathon,” Luke says. “48 hours later, I was back in hospital in the UK.” On 19 June, 2018, doctors told Luke that he had cancer. “I had kind of worked out that it was cancer, but what kind of blew me away was the fact that it was stage four cancer,” says Luke. “That day, my life felt like it had disintegrated. My life had been comfortable and conventional. I had worked hard and got rewards in terms of education, jobs, things like that. That was all taken away.” On the day of his diagnosis, Luke had one clear thought in his mind that he wanted to cycle around the world. It was something he had always hoped to do, but the cancer news made him realize that he couldn’t put it off. “I realized that the future had to become now,” Luke explains. He decided to cycle from Bristol to Beijing — more than 5,000 miles — on a tandem bike, because he wanted to bring people along to share the experience with him. Luke will not only be joined by family and friends for certain legs of his trip, but also by other young people who are living with cancer. “This trip is something I’m going to enjoy,” says Luke. “It’s going to be the richest and most fulfilling experience that I can have.” 1.What made Luke realize the potential threat of the illness? A. A lump on his back. B. The pain on his shoulder. C. The school nurse’s reaction. D. The Oxford graduate’s warning. 2.The underlined word “disintegrated” in Paragraph 2 means “________”. A. changed B. broken C. disappointed D. protested 3.What can we learn from the passage? A. Luke intended to change his future life by cycling. B. Luke planned to challenge the cancer with young men. C. Luke wanted to end his life during the cycling trip. D. Luke expected to challenge the tough journey. Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广东多校联考·期中）In my high school English class, I often witness the magic power of writing. At the beginning of the semester, I assigned a topic for the students to write about: “What is your dream?” I expected to read some inspiring and creative essays, but to my surprise, most of the papers were rather dull and lacked depth. The students seemed to struggle to express their true thoughts and feelings, and the essays were filled with clichés (陈词滥调) and general statements. I realized that I needed to change my teaching approach. Instead of simply assigning topics, I decided to guide the students through the writing process step by step. We started with brainstorming sessions, where the students were encouraged to share their ideas and experiences about the topic. Then, we worked on organizing their thoughts and creating an outline. Finally, they began to write their first drafts. As the students progressed through the writing process, I noticed a significant improvement in their work. They became more confident, and their essays were filled with vivid descriptions, personal experiences, and impressive reflections. One student, in particular, wrote about her dream of becoming a doctor. She shared her experience of visiting a hospital and seeing the doctors and nurses working hard to save lives. Her essay was so touching and sincere that it brought tears to my eyes. Through this experience, I learned that writing is not just a skill to be taught; it is a powerful tool for self-expression and personal growth. As the semester came to an end, I asked the students to write a final essay reflecting on their learning experience. Many of them wrote about how much they had grown as writers. Reading their essays, I felt a sense of pride and satisfaction. I knew that I had made a difference in their lives, and I was grateful for the opportunity to be a part of their learning journey. 1.How did the author feel about the students’ first essays? A. She was moved by their true feelings. B. She was deeply inspired by their creativity. C. She felt disappointed by their lack of depth. D. She was satisfied with their general statements. 2.What did the author do to help the students? A. She assigned more topics for them. B. She encouraged them to brainstorm. C. She organized more activities for them. D. She provided them with detailed guidance. 3.Which of the following is NOT true about the students’ essays in paragraph 3? A. They were significant. B. They were impressive. C. They were written in vivid language. D. They were true feelings and thoughts. 4.What can we infer from the last paragraph? A. Writing is mainly a skill to be taught. B. The author felt proud of her students. C. Students made a difference in their lives. D. Students felt grateful for their learning journey. Passage 3 （25-26高二上·广东茂名高州市-11月·期中）For over twenty years, fried chicken had been my absolute favourite food. I would have it at least three times a week, whether it was from a fast-food joint, a local diner, or even homemade. I planned my outings around places that served delicious fried chicken. There were times when I tried to cut back on it, especially when I started to gain some weight, but I always ended up giving in to it within a few days. This year, a series of events changed my relationship with fried chicken forever. I began experiencing frequent stomachaches and indigestion (消化不良). Doctors couldn’t directly link these problems to fried chicken, but I noticed that every time I ate it, my discomfort worsened. Additionally, I started to realize that the once-mouthwatering smell and taste now left a heavy, greasy (油腻的) feeling in my mouth that I couldn’t ignore. One evening, after finishing a large bucket of fried chicken, I felt so sick that I couldn’t sleep well all night. That was the turning point. I decided that enough was enough. Why was it so hard to let go before? Is there really something addictive in fried chicken? While there’s no official” fried chicken addiction” listed in medical books, experts point out factors that could contribute to its attraction. Dr. Johnson from a nutrition research centre mentions two key reasons: the high-fat content and the combination of spices. The high-fat content makes the brain release “happy chemicals” (endorphins), making us feel good, while the unique spices excite our taste buds, making us want more. Now, I’m on Day 35 of my “fried-chicken-free” journey. The first week was tough. I had strong desires and even felt a bit down at times. But as the days passed, I started to feel better. My stomach problems became less frequent, and I even noticed that I had more energy. I’m really proud of myself for breaking this long-standing habit. If I can overcome my love for fried chicken, I believe I can overcome any other challenging habit in my life. 1.What can be inferred about the author from the first paragraph? A. Fried chicken was only a small part of the author’s diet. B. The author had a deep and long-lasting love for fried chicken. C. The author never worried about the health risks of eating fried chicken. D. The author successfully reduced the intake of fried chicken several times. 2.What caused the author to give up fried chicken? A. A doctor’s strict order. B. A friend’s advice on a healthier diet. C. A newfound dislike for the smell of chicken. D. Health problems and an unpleasant feeling after eating. 3.What makes fried chicken appealing? A. Its low price and availability. B. Its cultural popularity and advertising. C. Its fat content and spice mix. D. Its cooking methods and appearance. 4.How does the author feel about giving up fried chicken? A. Uncertain. B. Confused. C. Satisfied. D. Regretful. Passage 4 （25-26高二上·广东化州普通高中·期中）There has been a battle raging in my living room — a deep-rooted standoff that began when I was a child of about nine. That is the age I was when my parents purchased a second-hand piano to support my continuing musical training. Some may characterize it as a love-hate relationship, even though I believe the bond between us is more than that. Of course, on the “hate” side there were plenty of frustrating hours spent practicing, the forced performances for relatives, the trimmed fingernails. And the responsibility I had to shoulder, as my family sacrificed a lot for me to have piano lessons, because I had talent. My teachers said so and, truthfully, my heart said so, too. But all too often it felt like a burden. There was also love on that piano bench. There were times when I could feel the music ring through me. I could feel it vibrate through my fingers. The connection between two people when performing a duet was beautiful. When my music landed on my audience it made me want to play forever. But my musical talent did not survive my teenage years. It was no competition for the freedom I sought and eventually fought for. When I had a home of my own, the piano mostly sat unloved or at least unused, feeling fingers on the keys only during Christmas and when my own children took piano lessons. I know every inch of this piano. I spent years of my life in front of this piano. Awaiting my free will to ripen enough to release me from lessons. Awaiting my life to begin. Awaiting my mother to leave the room so I could secretly read my book while practicing scales. It feels like I am giving away the family pet. So here I sit playing my last tune before the movers take the piano away and surprisingly there lies a growing desire for something else. It is time to clear the air to let in a different melody. Time to say, “Thank you for being part of my life,” take a bow and leave the stage… with one final note rising up alongside the dust in a sunbeam. 1.What does the underlined word in paragraph 1 mean? A. Conflict. B. Challenge. C. Relationship. D. Understanding. 2.Why did the author feel frustrated about playing piano? A. She lacked the talent in playing the piano. B. She had to give up activities she enjoyed. C. She felt burdened because of the responsibility. D. She couldn’t express her emotions through music. 3.What can we learn about the author in paragraph 5? A. The author looked forward to growing up. B. The piano took away the author’s freedom. C. The author made a great effort to learn piano. D. The author preferred reading to playing the piano. 4.What is the most suitable title for the passage? A. A Farewell to My Piano. B. Challenges of Playing the Piano. C. Love and Responsibility in Music. D. Reflection on My Musical Journey. 主题语境03 人与自然-自然生态 （25-26高二上·广东茂名信宜11月·期中）An owl (猫头鹰) named Flaco escaped New York’s Central Park Zoo last week after his cage was broken. This set off a bird-hunt of police officers and park rangers (护林员). Zoo officials worried that Flaco, who had been kept in his zoo cage for 13 years, may have lost the survival abilities he needed in the wild. They placed some of his favorite treats in the open air to attempt to trap him. Flaco was not fooled. Instead, he was sighted flying over5th Avenue, and Central Park’s skating rink. A number of New Yorkers came into Central Park to try to catch a glimpse of Flaco, taking photos with excitement. But this week, zoo officials announced they accepted that Flaco remained in Central Park because he had been seen bringing up bones and fur from the park’s community of rats. “He has been very successful at hunting and consuming lots of rats in the park.” zoo officials told the New York Post.“ And that’s amazing. He’s hunting on his own. He’s flying better. Flaceo really seems to be enjoying himself out there.” There is a caution attached to this story of an owl who is making it on his own in the city that never sleeps. Owls are nocturnal. They go around searching for food at night. They sleep during the day, or try to, like lots of people who work the overnight shift. Yet some New Yorkers who don’t know proper bird-watching behavior reportedly see Flaco sleep in a tree during the day, and begin to shout at him. It interrupts his sleep. Flaco can’t try to say “shh, shh” with the traditional New York reply. After all, a bird can’t give someone the bird. 1.Why were zoo officials concerned about Flaco’s ability to survive? A. Because his favourite food was too little. B. Because he might be attacked by police. C. Because his cage was severely damaged. D. Because he was kept in his cage for long. 2.What can we infer about Flaco from the third paragraph? A. He has adapted to the wild. B. He has found his previous home. C. He still faces great challenges. D. He dislikes the rats in the park. 3.What does the underlined word “nocturnal” in paragraph 4 mean? A. Scary-looking. B. Shy and quiet. C. Active at night. D. Badly-behaved. 4.Which word best describes the author’s attitude to the interruption to Flaco’s sleep? A. Cautious. B. Favorable. C. Unclear. D. Disapproving. 主题语境01 人与社会-历史、社会与文化 Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广东清远联考·期中）In November 2019, a cold wind blew hard as Erik Weihenmayer climbed along a knife-edge mountain ridge over 6,096 meters in the air. The mountaineer was attempting to climb Ama Dablam, a punishing peak in the Himalayas. He also faces another challenge: He is blind. But that’s never stopped him from reaching new heights. Erik’s uphill journey began after he lost his sight to a rare eye disease at age 14. Feeling down, he participated in a climbing program for the visually disabled. He loved the sport. To him, climbing was like a fun puzzle. He felt his way over the rocks. His hands and feet led him along. Erik continued to climb throughout his teens. Later, as an adult, he reached higher and higher. He climbed the tallest mountains in North America, Africa, South America, and Antarctica. In 2001, Erik was part of a group that climbed Mount Everest. It’s not just the tallest mountain in Asia—it’s the highest spot in the world! He was the first blind person to reach the peak. But, for Erik, that wasn’t the high point of the trip. Coming down, he understood something important. Climbing taught him many lessons and he wanted to “bring them down the mountain”. He wanted to use the lessons to help other people. That’s why he started No Barriers in 2005. The group helps individuals who are facing challenges, whether physical or emotional. Erik teaches people they can do great things if they work together. Why? The group’s motto explains: What’s within you is stronger than what’s in your way. 1.What can be inferred about the climbing in paragraph 1? A. It was conducted in mild weather. B. It required a guide to lead the climber. C. It must have taken great efforts for the climber. D. It took place on the tallest mountain in the Himalayas. 2.How did Erik climb the rocks after he lost his sight? A. By following a guide’s instructions. B. By using special high-tech equipment. C. By feeling them with his hands and feet. D. By listening to sounds from the rocks. 3.Which words can best describe Erik Weihenmayer? A. Helpful and emotional. B. Determined and caring. C. Outgoing and adventurous. D. Confident and changeable. 4.What does the motto of No Barriers show? A. Where there’s a will, there’s a way. B. Actions speak louder than words. C. Every cloud has a silver lining. D. Rome was not built in a day. Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广东佛山S6高质量发展联盟·期中）“Individuals of all ages who have empathy (共情) understand that sometimes telling little white lies can protect other people from getting hurt,” says Barbara Greenberg, a clinical psychologist in Connecticut. “Most people that I have come across tell these little white lies because they understand that 100 percent honesty all the time is not beneficial.” A white lie, she explains, spares people from unnecessary hurt. At the same time, Dr. Julia Breur, a marriage and family therapist(治疗专家)in Florida, emphasizes the importance of paying attention to the way we respond to someone. The fact is that not telling the truth can result in something unpleasant on you; it’s not just about the person the white lie is being told to. For example, she says someone who always tells others that “all is good” when it comes to a sick parent in an effort to avoid discussions about how serious their health issue really is, can eventually face stressful experiences. When that parent eventually passes away, the person who always gave an “all is good” response ends up emotionally broken. Sometimes, telling white lies often depends on the situation, Dr. Breur says. For example, consider a woman who has not seen her mother for several months. The daughter has gained noticeable weight, yet the mother responds by excitedly declaring that she looks great. “I emphasize during psychotherapy sessions with my patients that context helps define meaning,” Dr. Breur says. “So when we look at the context of a mother saying you look great when she clearly sees that her daughter has gained weight, it can be acceptable. It reflects the intention of the white lie which is kindness, protection and unconditional love. Otherwise, white lies — especially when told to avoid personal responsibility — can start a cycle of mistrust between people, ultimately harming honesty,” she adds. Therefore, it’s important to ask ourselves when it is and isn’t appropriate to deliver the honest truth, and when it’s best to step back and offer a more delicate response. More often than not, it’s about finding a balance between the two. 1.What can be learned about white lies according to Barbara Greenberg? A. They are common. B. They are short-lived. C. They are trouble-making. D. They are unrecognizable. 2.What is Dr. Breur’s attitude towards the mother’s practice in paragraph 3? A. Uncaring. B. Critical. C. Supportive. D. Doubtful. 3.Which of the following is the best title for the text? A. East or West, White Lies Are the Best B. White Lies Signify Unconditional Love C. Think Twice Before You Tell White Lies D. White Lies Are Empathetic People’s Favorable Choice 主题语境02 人与社会-科学与技术 Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广东清远联考·期中）A scene from the recently held world’s first robot sports competition symbolizes the current state of artificial intelligence (AI) development: Humanoid robots ran, fell, got up and continued to run until they reached the finish line. Such a display might raise a few laughs from the audience, but it undoubtedly pushes AI awareness to new heights. A survey published earlier this year showed 53.1 percent of the public are excited about, 26 percent are pleasantly surprised at, and 11 percent hold relatively negative views about AI development. Behind this overall optimism is a hands-on understanding that AI, like mobile Internet, will be the next step in “technology transforming life”. Of course, technological progress has always been a double-edged sword. As people increasingly rely on AI for cognition (认知), uniquely human critical thinking and creativity may degenerate, leading to a divided world where human intelligence declines while machine intelligence rockets. A study by Massachusetts Institute of Technology found AI users had weaker neural connections, while those using no tools showed the strongest and most distributed neural links. Despite possible bumps ahead, AI’s advance will not pause. More importantly, as the continuation of IT revolutions (革命) and a pioneer of new tech-industrial transformations, AI has become a strategic high point in global competition. An innovation powerhouse would not allow hesitation to result in missed opportunities. Emerging technologies always cause uncertainty. As a revolutionary force, AI will greatly reshape societal and economic logic. The need now is to fasten our seat belts while embracing the advance. 1.Why is the robot sports competition scene mentioned in paragraph 1? A. To introduce the topic of the text. B. To show the entertainment value of AI. C. To draw people’s attention to the competition. D. To criticize the disadvantage of humanoid robots. 2.What problems will heavy reliance on AI bring humans? A. Enhanced creativity. B. Strong neural links. C. Powerful cognitive skills. D. Weakened thinking ability. 3.What does the underlined word “bumps” in paragraph 4 probably mean? A. Benefits. B. Challenges. C. Breakthroughs. D. Achievements. 4.What is the author’s advice on AI in the last paragraph? A. To reject AI to avoid the negative impact. B. To take control of AI to prevent potential risks. C. To ignore AI’s role in reshaping the economy now. D. To welcome AI while preparing for its uncertainties. Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广东佛山S6高质量发展联盟·期中）As AI art generators (生成器) take the world by storm, some people wonder if their works should count as art at all. The technology is still developing and has some wrinkles to iron out, which means there are indeed flaws to consider alongside the incredible artwork a good artificial intelligence can produce. Art is classed as the product of imagination, skill, experience, and emotion, usually meant to represent something for the public to enjoy. Artists spent time and effort putting their inner worlds onto these works. Machine intelligence also puts a lot of work into sorting through tons of data, linking someone’s prompt to datasets, and trying to represent it as best as possible. The difference is that the AI is driven by instructions instead of an emotional desire to express itself. AI painters can produce over 1,000 original works of art with every tap of the enter key on a keyboard. But a mass-produced print of the Mona Lisa is worth less than the actual Leonardo da Vinci’s painting. Why? Scarcity — there’s only one of the original. Should anyone pay for these things? And if an artist puts AI masterpieces up for sale, what should the price be? AI art involves a program mimicking (模仿) the work of existing artists to create a new piece according to the request of a human. But who made the artwork, the machine or its user? And can the original artists sue（诉讼） for copyright violation? Such questions complicate the combination of artificial intelligence and the art industry, while fueling arguments against recognizing AI-generated art as marketable artistic products. Once we’ve answered those questions, we can tackle the really big one: When an AI-generated painting wins an award, who gets the prize? 1.What does the underlined word “flaws” in paragraph 1 probably mean? A. Benefits. B. Advances. C. Weaknesses. D. Standards. 2.How is AI art different from human art? A. It is the product of experience. B. It costs less money to produce. C. It combines different styles of work. D. It is not a mirror of humans’ emotions. 3.Why does the writer mention Mona Lisa in paragraph 3? A. To prove the popularity of classic artworks. B. To introduce a new way of conserving art masterpieces. C. To present the potential trouble with the value of AI art. D. To show the advantages of AI painters over human artists. 4.What can we infer from paragraph 4? A. AI art promotes the sale of artistic products. B. AI art makes copyright issues more complicated. C. Artists can create more works with the help of AI. D. There will be fierce competition in the art industry. / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题04 阅读理解（记叙文+议论文） 主题语境01 人与社会-历史、社会与文化 Passage 1 1. C　2. A　3. D Passage 2 1. B　2. C　3. C　4. C 主题语境02 人与社会-社会服务与人际沟通 1. C　2. B　3. D　4. A 主题语境03 人与自我-生活与学习 1. A　2. B　3. D　4. D 主题语境04 人与自然-环境 1. C　2. B　3. B　4. A 主题语境01 人与社会-历史、社会与文化 Passage 1 1. B　2. C　3. A　4. D Passage 2 1. A　2. D　3. B　4. D 主题语境02 人与自我-生活与学习 Passage 1 1. C　2. B　3. D Passage 2 1. C　2. D　3. A　4. B Passage 3 1. B　2. D　3. C　4. C Passage 4 1. A　2. C　3. B　4. A 主题语境03 人与自然-自然生态 1. D　2. A　3. C　4. D 主题语境01 人与社会-历史、社会与文化 Passage 1 1. C　2. C　3. B　4. A Passage 2 1. A　2. C　3. C 主题语境02 人与社会-科学与技术 Passage 1 1. A　2. D　3. B　4. D Passage 2 1. C　2. D　3. C　4. B / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题04 阅读理解（记叙文+议论文） 主题语境01 人与社会-历史、社会与文化 Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广东佛山S6高质量发展联盟·期中）Marion Sheppard felt sorry for herself when she began to lose her sight in her 40s. Since childhood, Sheppard had always been a keen dancer. But now she rarely left her Bronx apartment. She was afraid that, unable to see a stranger approaching, she would be knocked down on the streets. In fact, mostly, she worried about the way she would appear to the world. She wondered constantly, “What if people look at me differently, and treat me differently?” After several months of grief and fear, Sheppard determined to keep moving. Hard as it was, Sheppard forced herself to go out. She attended a social event for people with visual problems, and was shocked to find that not only did no one dance, but they barely moved. “Oh no!” she told herself. “That is not the way I want to live!” She bought a walking stick and named it Tyreek, which she had always planned on giving a son if she had one. Sheppard continued to work at her library job at The New York Times until her vision worsened in her 50s. And she kept moving and dancing. Sheppard was 61 when she attended a summer camp for the blind in 2008, where she taught her first line dancing class. After that, she asked a Manhattan community center run by Visions if she could teach her class there, but she was told no and that it would be too dangerous for the students. Still, she persisted, and soon convinced the administrators to let her teach line dancing on a volunteer basis. Her classes proved to be so popular that in 2012, Visions hired her to be on staff. Sheppard was excited. She was teaching over a dozen students dance steps. But Sheppard instructed her beloved students on far more than that. With constant encouragement, she also managed to make dignity and independence take root in them. In her classes, the students could truly be themselves. 1.Why was Sheppard unwilling to leave her apartment? A. She had a lot of housework to do. B. She had to attend her son at home. C. She was afraid of being looked down upon. D. She was worried about getting involved in accidents. 2.How did Sheppard feel about her walking stick? A. She valued it as something special. B. She was often greatly embarrassed by it. C. She treated it simply as an ordinary tool. D. She regarded it as a short-term necessity. 3.What did Sheppard’s students learn from her? A. Humor and patience. B. Intelligence and honesty. C. Imagination and creativity. D. Self-respect and self-reliance. 【答案】1. C　2. A　3. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了视力逐渐丧失的Marion Sheppard如何克服恐惧，坚持外出并尝试舞蹈教学，并最终成功在社区中心开设舞蹈课，帮助学生获得尊严和独立的故事。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段“She was afraid that, unable to see a stranger approaching, she would be knocked down on the streets. In fact, mostly, she worried about the way she would appear to the world. She wondered constantly, “What if people look at me differently, and treat me differently?”(她担心自己看不见陌生人走近，会在街上被撞倒。事实上，大多数时候，她更担心自己在世人眼中的样子。她总是在想：“如果人们用不同的眼光看我，用不同的方式对待我，该怎么办呢？”)”可知，Sheppard不愿离开公寓，主要是因为担心别人用异样的眼光看待她、区别对待她，即害怕被轻视。故选C。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第二段“She bought a walking stick and named it Tyreek, which she had always planned on giving a son if she had one.(她买了一根拐杖，给它取名叫Tyreek，这是她一直打算如果自己有儿子的话，给儿子取的名字)”可知，Sheppard给拐杖起了一个原本计划给儿子的名字，这体现出她将拐杖视为特殊的存在，而非普通工具。故选A。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据最后一段“But Sheppard instructed her beloved students on far more than that. With constant encouragement, she also managed to make dignity and independence take root in them. In her classes, the students could truly be themselves.(但Sheppard教给她的学生们的远不止这些。通过不断的鼓励，她还让尊严和独立在学生们心中扎根。在她的课堂上，学生们可以真正做自己)”可知，Sheppard的学生从她那里学到了自尊和自立。故选D项。 Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广东粤东四校·期中）Dr. Jane Goodall, the renowned primatologist and conservationist, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025, at the age of 91. Her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees reshaped our understanding of the animal kingdom and inspired generations to protect the natural world. Beginning her research in Tanzania’s Gombe Stream National Park in 1960, the 26-year-old Goodall brought a fresh perspective to animal behavior studies. With no formal scientific training, she pioneered a compassionate, non-invasive approach to observing chimpanzees. She broke scientific conventions by giving the chimpanzees names like “David Greybeard” instead of numbers, allowing her to document their individual personalities and complex emotional lives. Her patience and dedication led to revolutionary discoveries, including her observation of chimpanzees using and making tools — a capability once thought unique to humans. Goodall’s most famous discovery came when she witnessed David Greybeard modifying a twig to “fish” for termites. This finding, along with her records of chimpanzees exhibiting behaviors such as hunting, warfare, and displaying emotions like grief and joy, fundamentally challenged the boundaries between humans and other animals. Her methods, initially criticized by some scientists, ultimately revolutionized the field of primatology and established a new paradigm for animal behavior research. Beyond her scientific contributions, Goodall transformed into a global conservation leader. She established the Jane Goodall Institute in 1977 and founded the “Roots & Shoots” youth program in 1991, empowering young people in over 100 countries to take action for people, animals, and the environment. Honored as a UN Messenger of Peace and receiving numerous awards, including the presidential Medal of Freedom, Goodall’s true legacy lies in the enduring hope she instilled in millions worldwide. She proved that one person’s dedication can indeed change the world. 1.What made Goodall’s work significant? A. She worked extensively with chimpanzees in laboratory environments. B. She greatly changed our perception of animals and inspired environmental protection. C. She was mainly recognized for establishing an international wildlife research institute. D. She proved that formal academic training is useless for important scientific discoveries. 2.Why did Goodall name the chimpanzees instead of numbering them? A. It helped her to secure more research funding for her project. B. It was a requirement of the Gombe Stream National Park. C. It reflected her unique methodology and personal approach to studying animal behavior. D. It was a common practice among scientists at the time to ensure objectivity. 3.Which of the following best describes Goodall according to the passage? A. Well-trained and educated. B. Conventional and determined. C. Patient and devoted. D. Competitive and ambitious. 4.What is the main purpose of the passage? A. To outline the scientific process of primate tool-making in detail. B. To criticize the initial skepticism of the scientific community towards a female researcher. C. To honor the life and highlight her scientific and conservation impacts. D. To promote the “Roots & Shoots” youth program and encourage reader participation. 【答案】1. B　2. C　3. C　4. C 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了著名灵长类动物学家兼环保主义者珍·古道尔的生平，介绍了她在黑猩猩研究上的重大发现及在全球环保领域的贡献，彰显其对世界的深远影响。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees reshaped our understanding of the animal kingdom and inspired generations to protect the natural world.(她在黑猩猩研究方面的开创性工作重塑了我们对动物界的认知，并激励了一代又一代人去保护自然界)”可知，古道尔的工作意义在于极大地改变了人们对动物的认知，同时还激励了人们参与环保事业。故选B项。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第二段中的“With no formal scientific training, she pioneered a compassionate, non-invasive approach to observing chimpanzees. She broke scientific conventions by giving the chimpanzees names like “David Greybeard” instead of numbers, allowing her to document their individual personalities and complex emotional lives. (她没有接受过正规的科学训练，却开创了一种充满关怀、非侵入性的黑猩猩观察方法。她打破了科学惯例，给黑猩猩起了如“灰胡子大卫”这样的名字，而非用编号称呼它们，这样她就能记录下黑猩猩各自的性格特点和复杂的情感生活)”可知，她不给黑猩猩编号而是命名，这打破了常规，是她研究动物行为的独特方法和个人研究方式的体现。故选C项。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Her patience and dedication led to revolutionary discoveries, including her observation of chimpanzees using and making tools—a capability once thought unique to humans.(她的耐心和专注促成了多项具有革命性的发现，其中包括她观察到黑猩猩会使用和制造工具，而这种能力曾被认为是人类独有的)”可知，文中明确提到耐心和专注是古道尔的特质。故选C项。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段中的“Dr. Jane Goodall, the renowned primatologist and conservationist, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025, at the age of 91. Her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees reshaped our understanding of the animal kingdom and inspired generations to protect the natural world.(著名灵长类动物学家、环保主义者珍·古道尔博士于2025年10月1日安详离世，享年91岁。她在黑猩猩研究方面的开创性工作重塑了我们对动物界的认知，并激励了一代又一代人去保护自然界)”以及全文对她科研成果和环保贡献的阐述可知，文章旨在缅怀珍·古道尔，同时重点突出她在科研和环保领域产生的重大影响。故选C项。 主题语境02 人与社会-社会服务与人际沟通 （25-26高二上·广东H7联盟·12月大联考）Ibby Piracha, who was a deaf-mute (聋哑人) since he was young, adjusted his glasses as he approached the counter in a coffee shop. His fingers tapped lightly on the surface of the counter—his usual way to signal his presence. Then the waiter with the silver name tag (标牌), Krystal Payne, suddenly stepped back from the coffee machine and reached into a box. Payne pulled out a piece of receipt paper, wrote something, and then folded it into three parts, sliding it across the counter to Ibby. Ibby’s breath caught as he unfolded the paper, his fingertips touching the letters: I have been learning American Sign Language, so you can have the same experience as everyone else. Behind the counter, Payne had been quietly watching. She saw Ibby’s eyebrows lift in surprise as he swallowed (做吞咽动作) with effort. Then, a real, genuine smile spread across his face, one that reached all the way to his crinkled brown eyes, the same way his mother used to smile when she’d surprise him with his favorite comic book. He carefully smoothed out the paper, as if it was something very fragile and precious. Then she signed to ask him what he would like to order. The words she expressed with sign language were slightly messy at the end — you could tell she had been practicing—but each letter stood proudly on the note. Then, he slowly and carefully expressed himself and then slid his order card under it. Payne’s gesture was especially meaningful given the challenges faced by the deaf community. A recent study showed that 67% of deaf people experience negative treatment due to their condition, even often from those closest to them. But in this quiet coffee shop, with the sound of the coffee machine in the background, Payne had created a moment of true connection and bridged the widest gaps with the simplest acts. 1.Why did Ibby tap lightly on the counter? A. To convey his impatience. B. To practice his sign language. C. To draw the waiter’s attention. D. To check if the waiter was there. 2.How did Ibby feel when reading the note from Payne? A. Confused and curious. B. Amazed and touched. C. Amused and relaxed. D. Embarrassed and tense. 3.What can we learn about Payne? A. She was a close friend of Ibby’s family. B. She prepared the note in advance for Ibby. C. She had been trained in sign language for years. D. She tried to communicate with Ibby in his way. 4.Which of the following can best describe Payne? A. Caring and considerate. B. Independent and strict. C. Open-minded and calm. D. Strong-willed and honest. 【答案】1. C　2. B　3. D　4. A 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了服务员用心与聋哑顾客沟通的暖心故事。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段中“His fingers tapped lightly on the surface of the counter — his usual way to signal his presence.(他的手指轻轻敲了敲柜台的表面——这是他通常用来示意自己存在的方式)”可知，Ibby轻敲柜台是为了示意服务员他的存在，也就是引起服务员的注意。故选C。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第三段中“She saw Ibby’s eyebrows lift in surprise as he swallowed (做吞咽动作) with effort.Then, a real, genuine smile spread across his face, one that reached all the way to his crinkled brown eyes, the same way his mother used to smile when she’d surprise him with his favorite comic book. He carefully smoothed out the paper, as if it was something very fragile and precious.(她看到Ibby费力地咽了口唾沫，惊讶地挑了挑眉。然后，一个真实、真诚的微笑在他脸上绽放，一直延伸到他布满笑纹的棕色眼睛，就像他母亲用他最喜欢的漫画书给他惊喜时那样微笑。他小心翼翼地把纸抚平，好像那是一件非常脆弱和珍贵的东西)”可知，Ibby看到纸条上的内容后非常惊讶且被感动了。故选B。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段中“I have been learning American Sign Language, so you can have the same experience as everyone else.(我一直在学习美国手语，这样你就能和其他人有一样的体验)”以及第四段中“Then she signed to ask him what he would like to order.(然后她用手语问他要点什么)”可知，Payne在学习手语，并尝试用Ibby的方式（手语）和他交流。故选D。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据全文内容可知，尤其是第二段的“I have been learning American Sign Language, so you can have the same experience as everyone else.(我一直在学习美国手语，这样你就能和其他人有一样的体验)”可知，Payne 主动学习手语，用纸条告知 Ibby 并尝试用手语点单，为聋哑人创造了平等的消费体验，由此可推断她是一个体贴且关心他人的人。故选A。 主题语境03 人与自我-生活与学习 （25-26高二上·广东深圳盟校·11月·期中）In Tuba Geçkil’s world, anything can turn into a cake. From shoes, toilet paper rolls, to a steaming kettle, the Turkish sugar artist’s ultra-realistic cakes are sculpted to mirror everyday objects. They’re so convincing until a knife slices them open to reveal their delicious insides. Geçkil’s journey began with a simple desire to create something special for her son’s 1st birthday. She shaped a car cake so real that her son wanted to play with it instead of eating it. From that moment, she discovered her passion: turning daily items into edible (可食用的) art. She began experimenting with techniques from painting, sculpting, and even hairstylings, designing each cake as if it were a high-fashioned piece, customized with fine details. In 2020, her creations gained widespread attention on social media where she challenged her followers to guess which object on the table was actually a cake. It was always the one they least expected. For Geçkil, the joy lies not only in the craft but in the reactions her cakes inspire. Seeing people’s faces light up with wonder and surprise is the magic she loves to create. She said, “All hyper-realistic cakes are crazy, limited only by imagination.” Apart from her online fame, Geçkil also founded Red Rose Cake where she teaches courses in cake designing. Since 2016, she has been giving workshops in many countries—the USA, Brazil, England, India, France, Dubai, etc. Many of her students have won awards in competitions, and many are now teaching. As she watches her students excel, Geçkil is inspired to dream bigger — to bring Turkish culture to the global stage in a delicious way. She dreams of holding an international exhibition where she will fashion cakes showing traditional Turkish food as well as cultural sites, inviting people around the world to taste the richness of her homeland. 1.Which words can best describe Geçkil’s cakes? A. Lifelike and detailed. B. Complex but tasty. C. Traditional but usable. D. Creative and abstract. 2.How did Geçkil challenge her followers on social media? A. By assigning bakery tasks. B. By presenting visual tricks. C. By collecting the best flavors. D. By rating online submissions. 3.What does paragraph 4 mainly discuss about Geçkil? A. Her fashionable design. B. Her national popularity. C. Her teaching philosophy. D. Her educational achievements. 4.What is Geçkil’s goal for the future? A. To enrich Turkish food. B. To outshine her students. C. To improve her technique. D. To promote Turkish culture. 【答案】1. A　2. B　3. D　4. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章介绍了土耳其糖艺师Tuba Geçkil将日常物品制成超写实蛋糕的艺术创作及其教育推广事业。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段中“From shoes, toilet paper rolls, to a steaming kettle, the Turkish sugar artist’s ultra-realistic cakes are sculpted to mirror everyday objects. (从鞋子、卫生纸卷到冒着热气的水壶，这位土耳其糖艺术家的超写实蛋糕被雕刻成日常物品的镜像。)”及第二段中“She began experimenting with techniques from painting, sculpting, and even hairstylings, designing each cake as if it were a high-fashioned piece, customized with fine details.(她开始尝试绘画、雕刻、甚至发型等技术，把每一个蛋糕都设计成一件时髦的作品，用精细的细节定制。)”可知，其蛋糕特点为逼真且细致。故选A。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段“In 2020, her creations gained widespread attention on social media where she challenged her followers to guess which object on the table was actually a cake. (2020年，她的作品在社交媒体上引起了广泛关注，她让粉丝猜桌子上的哪个东西实际上是蛋糕。)”可知，她展示一些图片让粉丝判断真假蛋糕，通过呈现视觉谜题与粉丝互动。故选B。 (3)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据第四段“Apart from her online fame, Geçkil also founded Red Rose Cake where she teaches courses in cake designing. Since 2016, she has been giving workshops in many countries—the USA, Brazil, England, India, France, Dubai, etc. Many of her students have won awards in competitions, and many are now teaching.(除了在网上走红，Geçkil还创办了红玫瑰蛋糕公司，教授蛋糕设计课程。自2016年起，她在美国、巴西、英国、印度、法国、迪拜等多个国家举办工作坊。她的许多学生在比赛中获奖，许多人现在都在教书。)”可知，本段主要讲述Geçkil创办学校、在世界各地授课，以及学生取得的成就(获奖、教学)，这体现了她的教育成就。故选D。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据末段“She dreams of holding an international exhibition where she will fashion cakes showing traditional Turkish food as well as cultural sites, inviting people around the world to taste the richness of her homeland.(她梦想着举办一个国际展览，在那里她将制作展示土耳其传统食物和文化遗址的蛋糕，邀请世界各地的人们品尝她祖国的丰富内涵。)”可知，她的目标是推广土耳其文化。故选D。 主题语境04 人与自然-环境 （25-26高二上·广东深圳外国语高中·期中）My husband, children and I were in Hawaii. Here, we were introduced to the ancient Hawaiian concept of mālama (to care for) which encourages visitors to give back to the environment and local communities through activities like habitat restoration, beach cleanups or food provision. But mālama goes beyond eco-tourism — it’s about leaving a place better than you found it. And after seeking out these experiences during a three-week stay, we found mālama not only improves Hawaii, but it also made our time there much more meaningful. Mālama volunteer experiences are found across the islands. For example, on Maui, you can help restore native forests and volunteer at a nursery; while on O’ahu, visitors can clear invasive algae from Maunalua Bay. In some cases, travelers booking with partnering hotels and participating in designated activities will qualify for a discounted — or even free — night at dozens of hotels and resorts. “Mālama today is more vital than ever,” our guide Rogers said. “Too many tourists walk carelessly on our land, ignoring restrictions and damaging sensitive ecosystems... don’t just think Hawaii is beautiful; help keep it that way. It’s a shared responsibility.” As Rogers explained, mālama isn’t just about seeing or appreciating a landscape; it invites visitors to connect and contribute to it, with the idea that caring for a place fosters a stronger relationship with it. After eight days, we ventured to Molokai, Hawaii’s least developed island. No resorts or chain stores spoiled its wild beauty — just dramatic cliffs meeting rough seas. Deep in the eastern wilderness, we met Greg Solatario, whose family has taken care of this land for generations. His simple off-grid life perfectly embodied mālama. Greg welcomed us warmly before leading us through jungle-covered ruins of ancestral villages. As we approached, his son Devak blew a conch shell — a traditional request to enter. “The land remembers,” Greg explained, showing us medicinal plants and ancient fishing spots. His parting words stayed with me: “Mālama shouldn’t be just Hawaiian — the whole world needs this way of caring.” 1.How does the author present the topic in the first paragraph? A. By quoting an expert. B. By giving examples. C. By explaining a concept. D. By providing statistics. 2.What can Mālama volunteers experience in Hawaii? A. Developing Maunalua Bay. B. Reviving local forests. C. Asking for hotel discounts. D. Organizing big activities. 3.What do we know about Greg Solatario’s family? A. They built new resorts in the wild. B. They have long protected the land. C. They offered guided tours to locals. D. They fixed up the old village ruins. 4.Which of the following best describes the author’s trip in Hawaii? A. The wise improve what they enjoy. B. Where there is a will, there is a way. C. God helps those who help themselves. D. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. 【答案】1. C　2. B　3. B　4. A 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述作者一家在夏威夷旅行时，接触到古老的夏威夷“mālama(关爱)”理念，通过参与栖息地修复、森林恢复等相关志愿活动，既为当地环境和社区作出贡献，也让自身旅行更具意义，还介绍了不同岛屿的mālama实践及当地人对该理念的解读。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段“Here, we were introduced to the ancient Hawaiian concept of mālama (to care for) which encourages visitors to give back to the environment and local communities through activities like habitat restoration, beach cleanups or food provision. But mālama goes beyond eco-tourism — it’s about leaving a place better than you found it.(在这里，我们了解到古老的夏威夷“mālama(关爱)”理念，该理念鼓励游客通过栖息地修复、海滩清理或物资供给等活动，回馈环境和当地社区。但mālama不止于生态旅游——它意味着让一个地方比你发现它时更好。)”可知，作者在第一段围绕mālama理念，先介绍其定义，再说明其内涵，是通过解释概念来呈现主题的。故选C。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段“Mālama volunteer experiences are found across the islands. For example, on Maui, you can help restore native forests and volunteer at a nursery; while on O’ahu, visitors can clear invasive algae from Maunalua Bay.(在夏威夷群岛，随处可见mālama志愿者体验活动。例如在毛伊岛，您可以参与修复原生森林，或在植物苗圃担任志愿者；而在瓦胡岛，游客可以清理马努努阿湾的入侵藻类。)”可知，mālama志愿者能参与恢复当地森林的活动。故选B。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第五段“we met Greg Solatario, whose family has taken care of this land for generations.(我们见到了格雷格・索拉塔里奥，他的家族世世代代都在照料这片土地。)”可知，格雷格的家族长期保护这片土地。故选B。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。通读全文，结合第一段中“My husband, children and I were in Hawaii. Here, we were introduced to the ancient Hawaiian concept of mālama (to care for) which encourages visitors to give back to the environment and local communities through activities like habitat restoration, beach cleanups or food provision. But mālama goes beyond eco-tourism — it’s about leaving a place better than you found it.(我们全家在夏威夷旅行时，接触到了古老的“mālama(关爱)”理念。这个概念倡导游客通过修复生态栖息地、清洁海滩、捐赠食物等方式回馈当地环境与社区。但mālama的内涵远不止于生态旅游——其核心在于让每个到访之地因你的到来而变得更加美好)”可知，文章核心是作者一家践行mālama理念，通过志愿活动让夏威夷(他们所喜爱的旅行地)变得更好，同时自身旅行也更有意义，体现“改善所喜爱的事物”的内涵。选项 A“The wise improve what they enjoy(智者会改善他们所喜爱的事物)”符合这一主旨。故选A。 主题语境01 人与社会-历史、社会与文化 Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广东广州三校（协和、增中、华侨）·期中）Nuclear expert Peng Shilu once said that he only did two things in his entire life: one was to build nuclear submarines (核潜艇), and the other to build nuclear power plants. Despite being one of the founding members of China’s nuclear power industry, Peng described himself as playing a tiny role in the task. In fact, he held leading positions in most of China’s early nuclear power projects, from the first-generation nuclear submarines to the establishment of Dayawan and Qinshan nuclear power stations. Peng was born in 1925 into a family of heroes. After the founding of the People’s Republic of China, Peng was selected to study chemical machinery (机械) in the Soviet Union. In 1956, when he was about to graduate, he faced a turning point in his life. At that time, the central government decided to select a group of outstanding students studying abroad to transfer to the atomic energy major. Peng willingly agreed, marking the beginning of his lifelong commitment to developing China’s nuclear power. In 1958, China started to independently develop its own nuclear submarines, and Peng was appointed to take charge of the research and design of the nuclear propulsion system. In the 1980s, China decided to build a commercial nuclear power plant. Appointed as the director-in-chief, Peng once again devoted himself to its preparation and construction. During his career, Peng held a variety of high-ranking titles. In 1994, he was elected as an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, one of the top academic bodies in China. Peng passed away in Beijing on March 22, 2021 at the age of 96. The Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee awarded the title “Role Model of the Times” to Peng for his contributions. 1.What does the author imply in the first paragraph? A. Peng took interest in nothing but nuclear power. B. Peng was actually a very modest person. C. Peng played a tiny role in building nuclear power plants. D. Peng was the most important figure in the nuclear field. 2.What does the underlined part in the 2nd paragraph mean? A. Focus on. B. Know about. C. Turn to. D. Research into. 3.How does the author develop the passage? A. By following the time order. B. By showing the great importance. C. By providing some similar examples. D. By explaining the process of research. 4.Which of the following is the proper title for the passage? A. China Honors a Nuclear Power Expert B. Peng Shilu Built Nuclear Submarines C. China Lost a Famous Nuclear Expert D. A Nuclear Hero Devoted Himself to Helping His Country 【答案】1. B　2. C　3. A　4. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章介绍了中国著名的核动力专家彭士禄院士的生平事迹和重要贡献。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段中“Despite being one of the founding members of China’s nuclear power industry, Peng described himself as playing a tiny role in the task. (尽管彭是中国核电工业的奠基人之一，但他说自己在这项任务中发挥的作用很小)”可推知，彭士禄院士是一个非常谦虚的人。故选B项。 (2)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据画线部分的上文“Peng was selected to study chemical machinery (机械) in the Soviet Union. In 1956, when he was about to graduate, he faced a turning point in his life. (彭被选派到苏联学习化学机械。1956年，当他即将毕业时，他面临着人生的转折点)”和下文“the atomic energy major (原子能专业)”可知，彭面临的转折点是放弃自己原来的专业，改学原子能专业，turn to表示“转向”，与画线部分意义一致。故选C项。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。通读全文可知，第一段引出文章的主题，再结合第二段中“Peng was born in 1925 into a family of heroes. (彭于1925年出生在一个英雄家庭)”、“In 1956, when he was about to graduate, he faced a turning point in his life. (1956年，当他即将毕业时，他面临着人生的转折点)”、第三段中“In 1958, China started to independently develop its own nuclear submarines, and Peng was appointed to take charge of the research and design of the nuclear propulsion system. In the 1980s, China decided to build a commercial nuclear power plant. (1958年，中国开始独立研制自己的核潜艇，彭被任命负责核动力推进系统的研究和设计。在20世纪80年代，中国决定建造一座商业核电站)”、第四段中“In 1994, he was elected as an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (1994年他当选为中国工程院院士)”和最后一段中“Peng passed away in Beijing on March 22, 2021 (彭于2021年3月22日在北京去世)”可知，文章按照时间顺序讲述彭士禄院士的生平。故选A项。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段中“In fact, he held leading positions in most of China’s early nuclear power projects, from the first-generation nuclear submarines to the establishment of Dayawan and Qinshan nuclear power stations. (事实上，从第一代核潜艇到大亚湾和秦山核电站的建设，他在中国早期的大部分核电项目中都担任领导职务)”和最后一段中“The Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee awarded the title “Role Model of the Times” to Peng for his contributions. (中共中央宣传部授予他“时代楷模”称号，以表彰他的贡献)”可知，文章讲述了中国著名的核动力专家彭士禄的事迹，尤其体现了彭士禄为祖国发展所做的贡献。因此，D项“一位核英雄致力于帮助他的国家”最契合彭士禄的人物事迹和贡献，适合作为文章标题。故选D项。 Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广东东莞松莞和深大附中联考·期中）For generations, the name Milton Hershey has been a well-known word closely connected with fine chocolate products throughout the country and around the world. He was born in 1857 on a farm near Derry Church, a small Pennsylvania community. Frequent family moves interrupted his schooling and left him with limited education. He only completed the fourth grade. Following a four-year apprenticeship (学徒期) with a Lancaster candy maker, he established his first candy-making business in Philadelphia. That initial effort failed as did his next two attempts in Chicago and New York. However, he never gave up his hope to build up his own business. Returning to Lancaster in 1883, Hershey established the Lancaster Caramel Company, which quickly became an outstanding success. It was this business that established him as a candy maker and set the stage for future achievements. Hershey became fascinated with German chocolate-making machinery exhibited at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. He bought the equipment for his Lancaster plant and soon began producing various chocolate creations. Then in 1900, he sold the Lancaster Caramel Co. in order to focus entirely on his chocolate business. Three years later, Hershey returned to Derry Church to build a new factory. There he could obtain the large supplies of fresh milk needed to perfect and produce fine milk chocolate. Through trial and error, he created his own formula for milk chocolate. In 1903 he began construction on what was to become the world’s largest chocolate plant. After its completion, Hershey's milk chocolate quickly became the first nationally marketed product of its kind. With Milton Hershey’s success came a great sense of social responsibility. Hershey created a completely new community around his factory. He built a model town for his employees that included comfortable homes, an inexpensive public transportation system, a quality public school system and broad cultural opportunities. The town of Hershey continues to be a special place for its residents and a popular at action for millions of visitors each year. Indeed, Milton Hershey's achievements do speak for themselves. 1.What stopped Hershey from having systematic school education? A. His family’s continual relocation. B. His lack of interest in study. C. His failure to meet school requirements. D. His parents’ attaching little value to education. 2.Why did Hershey sell his Lancaster plant? A. The plant had suffered a huge loss. B. The produced candies were of low quality. C. His machinery business needed a lot of money. D. He decided to commit himself to chocolate production. 3.Which of the following best describes Hershey? A. Gentle and open-minded. B. Determined and public-spirited. C. Honest and generous. D. Humorous and creative. 4.What can be the most suitable title for the text? A. Failure is the mother of success. B. Many hands make light work. C. Impossible is nothing to a willing heart. D. Great hopes and good wills make great man. 【答案】1. A　2. D　3. B　4. D 【解析】【导语】 本文属于记叙文，主要介绍Milton Hershey创办Hershey’s Chocolate的历程，以及他的社会责任感。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段的“Frequent family moves interrupted his schooling and left him with limited education. He only completed the fourth grade. (频繁的家庭搬迁中断了他的学业，使他所受的教育有限。他只读完了四年级)”可知，家庭的不断搬迁阻止Hershey接受系统的学校教育。故选A。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段的“Then in 1900, he sold the Lancaster Caramel Co. in order to focus entirely on his chocolate business. (然后在1900年，他卖掉了兰开斯特焦糖公司，以便完全专注于他的巧克力生意。)”可知，为了专注于巧克力业务，Hershey卖掉了Lancaster焦糖公司。故选D。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第二段的“Following a four-year apprenticeship (学徒期) with a Lancaster candy maker, he established his first candy-making business in Philadelphia. That initial effort failed as did his next two attempts in Chicago and New York. However, he never gave up his hope to build up his own business. Returning to Lancaster in 1883, Hershey established the Lancaster Caramel Company, which quickly became an outstanding success. (在兰开斯特一家糖果制造商当了四年学徒之后，他在费城建立了自己的第一家糖果制造公司。最初的尝试失败了，接下来他在芝加哥和纽约的两次尝试也失败了。然而，他从未放弃自己创业的希望。1883年，Hershey回到兰开斯特，成立了兰开斯特焦糖公司，并迅速取得了巨大的成功。)”可知，虽然失败了几次，但Hershey没有放弃，最终建立了自己的公司并获得成功，由此推知他有决心；根据最后一段的“With Milton Hershey’s success came a great sense of social responsibility. Hershey created a completely new community around his factory. He built a model town for his employees that included comfortable homes, an inexpensive public transportation system, a quality public school system and broad cultural opportunities. (Milton Hershey的成功带来了巨大的社会责任感。Hershey在他的工厂周围建立了一个全新的社区。他为他的员工建造了一个模范城镇，包括舒适的住房、廉价的公共交通系统、高质量的公立学校系统和广泛的文化机会。)”推知，他热心公益。故选B。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据第二段的“However, he never gave up his hope to build up his own business.(然而，他从未放弃自己创业的希望。)”以及最后一段“With Milton Hershey’s success came a great sense of social responsibility. Hershey created a completely new community around his factory. He built a model town for his employees that included comfortable homes, an inexpensive public transportation system, a quality public school system and broad cultural opportunities. ( Milton Hershey的成功带来了巨大的社会责任感。Hershey在他的工厂周围建立了一个全新的社区。他为他的员工建造了一个模范城镇，包括舒适的住房、廉价的公共交通系统、高质量的公立学校系统和广泛的文化机会。)”并通读全文可知，文章主要讲述Milton Hershey满怀热情和希望，不畏失败，永不言弃地创办Hershey’s Chocolate的历程，以及他的社会责任感，因此D项“伟大的希望和强大的意志造就伟大的人”为最佳标题，故选D。 主题语境02 人与自我-生活与学习 Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广东两校联考·期中）Luke Grenfel-Shaw had a rare form of cancer. It started as a pain in his shoulder and the tumour spread to his lungs, making it stage four. The Oxford graduate was teaching English in Siberia when he suffered a shoulder pain and saw the school nurse. It was her reaction to a lump on his back that sent him back home to Bristol. “I was 24 years old. I had done an ultramarathon,” Luke says. “48 hours later, I was back in hospital in the UK.” On 19 June, 2018, doctors told Luke that he had cancer. “I had kind of worked out that it was cancer, but what kind of blew me away was the fact that it was stage four cancer,” says Luke. “That day, my life felt like it had disintegrated. My life had been comfortable and conventional. I had worked hard and got rewards in terms of education, jobs, things like that. That was all taken away.” On the day of his diagnosis, Luke had one clear thought in his mind that he wanted to cycle around the world. It was something he had always hoped to do, but the cancer news made him realize that he couldn’t put it off. “I realized that the future had to become now,” Luke explains. He decided to cycle from Bristol to Beijing — more than 5,000 miles — on a tandem bike, because he wanted to bring people along to share the experience with him. Luke will not only be joined by family and friends for certain legs of his trip, but also by other young people who are living with cancer. “This trip is something I’m going to enjoy,” says Luke. “It’s going to be the richest and most fulfilling experience that I can have.” 1.What made Luke realize the potential threat of the illness? A. A lump on his back. B. The pain on his shoulder. C. The school nurse’s reaction. D. The Oxford graduate’s warning. 2.The underlined word “disintegrated” in Paragraph 2 means “________”. A. changed B. broken C. disappointed D. protested 3.What can we learn from the passage? A. Luke intended to change his future life by cycling. B. Luke planned to challenge the cancer with young men. C. Luke wanted to end his life during the cycling trip. D. Luke expected to challenge the tough journey. 【答案】1. C　2. B　3. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了牛津毕业生Luke在确诊晚期癌症后，决定与亲友及患癌青年共同完成从布里斯托到北京的骑行，实现人生愿望的故事。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段中“The Oxford graduate was teaching English in Siberia when he suffered a shoulder pain and saw the school nurse. It was her reaction to a lump on his back that sent him back home to Bristol. (这位牛津大学的毕业生在西伯利亚教英语时，突然肩膀疼痛，去看了校护。正是她对他背上的肿块的反应，让他回到了布里斯托尔的家。)”可知，Luke意识到疾病的潜在威胁是因为校护对他背部肿块的反应。故选C项。 (2)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据画线词的上文“I had kind of worked out that it was cancer, but what kind of blew me away was the fact that it was stage four cancer (我已经有点知道这是癌症，但让我震惊的是这是四期癌症)”和下文“My life had been comfortable and conventional. I had worked hard and got rewards in terms of education, jobs, things like that. That was all taken away. (我的生活舒适而传统。我努力工作，得到了教育、工作等方面的回报。这些都被带走了。)”可知，四期癌症这一消息让Luke原本舒适而传统的生活被带走了，他会感觉自己的生活仿佛支离破碎，画线词意为“瓦解，破碎”，与broken“破碎的”意思一致。故选B项。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段中Luke所说的话“This trip is something I’m going to enjoy (这次旅行我一定会很享受的)”和“It’s going to be the richest and most fulfilling experience that I can have. (这将是我能拥有的最丰富、最充实的经历。)”可知，Luke认为自己会享受这次骑行之旅，这趟旅程会充满意义。由此可知，他期待挑战这一艰难旅程。故选D项。 Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广东多校联考·期中）In my high school English class, I often witness the magic power of writing. At the beginning of the semester, I assigned a topic for the students to write about: “What is your dream?” I expected to read some inspiring and creative essays, but to my surprise, most of the papers were rather dull and lacked depth. The students seemed to struggle to express their true thoughts and feelings, and the essays were filled with clichés (陈词滥调) and general statements. I realized that I needed to change my teaching approach. Instead of simply assigning topics, I decided to guide the students through the writing process step by step. We started with brainstorming sessions, where the students were encouraged to share their ideas and experiences about the topic. Then, we worked on organizing their thoughts and creating an outline. Finally, they began to write their first drafts. As the students progressed through the writing process, I noticed a significant improvement in their work. They became more confident, and their essays were filled with vivid descriptions, personal experiences, and impressive reflections. One student, in particular, wrote about her dream of becoming a doctor. She shared her experience of visiting a hospital and seeing the doctors and nurses working hard to save lives. Her essay was so touching and sincere that it brought tears to my eyes. Through this experience, I learned that writing is not just a skill to be taught; it is a powerful tool for self-expression and personal growth. As the semester came to an end, I asked the students to write a final essay reflecting on their learning experience. Many of them wrote about how much they had grown as writers. Reading their essays, I felt a sense of pride and satisfaction. I knew that I had made a difference in their lives, and I was grateful for the opportunity to be a part of their learning journey. 1.How did the author feel about the students’ first essays? A. She was moved by their true feelings. B. She was deeply inspired by their creativity. C. She felt disappointed by their lack of depth. D. She was satisfied with their general statements. 2.What did the author do to help the students? A. She assigned more topics for them. B. She encouraged them to brainstorm. C. She organized more activities for them. D. She provided them with detailed guidance. 3.Which of the following is NOT true about the students’ essays in paragraph 3? A. They were significant. B. They were impressive. C. They were written in vivid language. D. They were true feelings and thoughts. 4.What can we infer from the last paragraph? A. Writing is mainly a skill to be taught. B. The author felt proud of her students. C. Students made a difference in their lives. D. Students felt grateful for their learning journey. 【答案】1. C　2. D　3. A　4. B 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者作为一名写作课老师，通过教学实践逐渐认识到如何教授学生写作，并领悟写作的自我表达与成长价值，为影响学生而感到自豪。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段中“I expected to read some inspiring and creative essays, but to my surprise, most of the papers were rather dull and lacked depth. (我期望读到一些鼓舞人心和富有创造性的文章，但令我惊讶的是，大多数文章都相当乏味且缺乏深度)”可知，作者对学生们的第一篇论文感到失望，认为它们缺乏深度。故选C。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段中“I realized that I needed to change my teaching approach. Instead of simply assigning topics, I decided to guide the students through the writing process step by step. (我意识到需要改变教学方法。我不再单纯布置话题，而是决定逐步引导学生完成写作过程)”可知，作者开始改变教学方法，逐步引导学生完成写作流程，为他们提供详细的指导。故选D。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段“As the students progressed through the writing process, I noticed a significant improvement in their work. They became more confident, and their essays were filled with vivid descriptions, personal experiences, and impressive reflections. One student, in particular, wrote about her dream of becoming a doctor. She shared her experience of visiting a hospital and seeing the doctors and nurses working hard to save lives. Her essay was so touching and sincere that it brought tears to my eyes. (随着学生们在写作过程中不断推进，我发现他们的作品有了显著进步。他们变得更加自信，作文中充满了生动的描写、个人经历和深刻的反思。尤其是有一位学生，写了她想成为一名医生的梦想。她分享了自己去医院的经历，看到医生和护士们努力拯救生命的场景。她的文章如此感人、真挚，让我热泪盈眶)”可知，学生的作文有显著进步、描写生动、令人印象深刻并表达真实感情和想法，选项B、C、D表述均正确，选项A“They were significant. (它们意义重大)”与原文不符。故选A。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Reading their essays, I felt a sense of pride and satisfaction. I knew that I had made a difference in their lives, and I was grateful for the opportunity to be a part of their learning journey. (读着他们的文章，我感到一种自豪和满足。我知道自己对他们的生活产生了影响，也很感激能有机会参与他们的学习之旅)”可推知，老师阅读学生作文时感到自豪并认为自己对学生的生活产生了积极影响。故选B。 Passage 3 （25-26高二上·广东茂名高州市-11月·期中）For over twenty years, fried chicken had been my absolute favourite food. I would have it at least three times a week, whether it was from a fast-food joint, a local diner, or even homemade. I planned my outings around places that served delicious fried chicken. There were times when I tried to cut back on it, especially when I started to gain some weight, but I always ended up giving in to it within a few days. This year, a series of events changed my relationship with fried chicken forever. I began experiencing frequent stomachaches and indigestion (消化不良). Doctors couldn’t directly link these problems to fried chicken, but I noticed that every time I ate it, my discomfort worsened. Additionally, I started to realize that the once-mouthwatering smell and taste now left a heavy, greasy (油腻的) feeling in my mouth that I couldn’t ignore. One evening, after finishing a large bucket of fried chicken, I felt so sick that I couldn’t sleep well all night. That was the turning point. I decided that enough was enough. Why was it so hard to let go before? Is there really something addictive in fried chicken? While there’s no official” fried chicken addiction” listed in medical books, experts point out factors that could contribute to its attraction. Dr. Johnson from a nutrition research centre mentions two key reasons: the high-fat content and the combination of spices. The high-fat content makes the brain release “happy chemicals” (endorphins), making us feel good, while the unique spices excite our taste buds, making us want more. Now, I’m on Day 35 of my “fried-chicken-free” journey. The first week was tough. I had strong desires and even felt a bit down at times. But as the days passed, I started to feel better. My stomach problems became less frequent, and I even noticed that I had more energy. I’m really proud of myself for breaking this long-standing habit. If I can overcome my love for fried chicken, I believe I can overcome any other challenging habit in my life. 1.What can be inferred about the author from the first paragraph? A. Fried chicken was only a small part of the author’s diet. B. The author had a deep and long-lasting love for fried chicken. C. The author never worried about the health risks of eating fried chicken. D. The author successfully reduced the intake of fried chicken several times. 2.What caused the author to give up fried chicken? A. A doctor’s strict order. B. A friend’s advice on a healthier diet. C. A newfound dislike for the smell of chicken. D. Health problems and an unpleasant feeling after eating. 3.What makes fried chicken appealing? A. Its low price and availability. B. Its cultural popularity and advertising. C. Its fat content and spice mix. D. Its cooking methods and appearance. 4.How does the author feel about giving up fried chicken? A. Uncertain. B. Confused. C. Satisfied. D. Regretful. 【答案】1. B　2. D　3. C　4. C 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者因健康问题决定戒掉长期喜爱的炸鸡。作者通过分析炸鸡的成瘾性，分享了自己戒掉习惯的过程和感受，最终体会到战胜困难后的成就感。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据文章第一段“For over twenty years, fried chicken had been my absolute favourite food. I would have it at least three times a week, whether it was from a fast-food joint, a local diner, or even homemade. I planned my outings around places that served delicious fried chicken. (二十多年来，炸鸡一直是我最喜欢的食物。我每周至少要吃三次，不管是在快餐店、当地餐馆，甚至是在家里做的。我计划我的外出活动都围绕着有美味炸鸡的地方。)”可知，作者对炸鸡有着深厚且持久的喜爱。故选B。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“I began experiencing frequent stomachaches and indigestion (消化不良). Doctors couldn’t directly link these problems to fried chicken, but I noticed that every time I ate it, my discomfort worsened. Additionally, I started to realize that the once-mouthwatering smell and taste now left a heavy, greasy (油腻的) feeling in my mouth that I couldn’t ignore. One evening, after finishing a large bucket of fried chicken, I felt so sick that I couldn’t sleep well all night. That was the turning point. I decided that enough was enough.(我开始经常感到胃痛和消化不良。医生无法直接将这些问题与炸鸡联系起来，但我注意到每次吃炸鸡时，我的不适感都会加重。此外，我开始意识到，曾经令人垂涎的气味和味道现在在我的嘴里留下了一种我无法忽视的沉重、油腻的感觉。一天晚上，吃完一大桶炸鸡后，我感到非常恶心，整晚都睡不好。那是转折点。我决定够了就是够了。)”可知，健康问题和吃炸鸡后的不适感使作者决定放弃炸鸡。故选D。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Dr. Johnson from a nutrition research centre mentions two key reasons: the high-fat content and the combination of spices. The high-fat content makes the brain release “happy chemicals” (endorphins), making us feel good, while the unique spices excite our taste buds, making us want more. (来自营养研究中心的约翰逊博士提到了两个关键原因：高脂肪含量和香料的组合。高脂肪含量使大脑释放“快乐化学物质”(内啡肽)，使我们感觉良好，而独特的香料刺激我们的味蕾，使我们想要更多。)”可知，炸鸡的吸引力主要来自于其高脂肪含量和香料的组合。故选C。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“But as the days passed, I started to feel better. My stomach problems became less frequent, and I even noticed that I had more energy. I’m really proud of myself for breaking this long-standing habit. (但随着日子一天天过去，我开始感觉好多了。我的胃问题变得不那么频繁了，我甚至注意到我有更多的精力。我为自己打破了这个长期的习惯而感到非常自豪。)”可知，作者放弃炸鸡之后，感觉好多了，胃的问题也不频繁了，同时更有精神，由此而感到自豪即对自己放弃炸鸡感到满意。C选项“Satisfied (感到满意的)”符合题意。故选C。 Passage 4 （25-26高二上·广东化州普通高中·期中）There has been a battle raging in my living room — a deep-rooted standoff that began when I was a child of about nine. That is the age I was when my parents purchased a second-hand piano to support my continuing musical training. Some may characterize it as a love-hate relationship, even though I believe the bond between us is more than that. Of course, on the “hate” side there were plenty of frustrating hours spent practicing, the forced performances for relatives, the trimmed fingernails. And the responsibility I had to shoulder, as my family sacrificed a lot for me to have piano lessons, because I had talent. My teachers said so and, truthfully, my heart said so, too. But all too often it felt like a burden. There was also love on that piano bench. There were times when I could feel the music ring through me. I could feel it vibrate through my fingers. The connection between two people when performing a duet was beautiful. When my music landed on my audience it made me want to play forever. But my musical talent did not survive my teenage years. It was no competition for the freedom I sought and eventually fought for. When I had a home of my own, the piano mostly sat unloved or at least unused, feeling fingers on the keys only during Christmas and when my own children took piano lessons. I know every inch of this piano. I spent years of my life in front of this piano. Awaiting my free will to ripen enough to release me from lessons. Awaiting my life to begin. Awaiting my mother to leave the room so I could secretly read my book while practicing scales. It feels like I am giving away the family pet. So here I sit playing my last tune before the movers take the piano away and surprisingly there lies a growing desire for something else. It is time to clear the air to let in a different melody. Time to say, “Thank you for being part of my life,” take a bow and leave the stage… with one final note rising up alongside the dust in a sunbeam. 1.What does the underlined word in paragraph 1 mean? A. Conflict. B. Challenge. C. Relationship. D. Understanding. 2.Why did the author feel frustrated about playing piano? A. She lacked the talent in playing the piano. B. She had to give up activities she enjoyed. C. She felt burdened because of the responsibility. D. She couldn’t express her emotions through music. 3.What can we learn about the author in paragraph 5? A. The author looked forward to growing up. B. The piano took away the author’s freedom. C. The author made a great effort to learn piano. D. The author preferred reading to playing the piano. 4.What is the most suitable title for the passage? A. A Farewell to My Piano. B. Challenges of Playing the Piano. C. Love and Responsibility in Music. D. Reflection on My Musical Journey. 【答案】1. A　2. C　3. B　4. A 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇记叙文。作者讲述了自己和一架钢琴之间的爱恨情仇，决定要把它处理掉时的心情非常复杂。 (1)题解析： 词句猜测题。本句是文章主题句。根据第二段中“Some may characterize it as a love-hate relationship, even though I believe the bond between us is more than that. Of course, on the “hate” side there were plenty of frustrating hours spent practicing, the forced performances for relatives, the trimmed fingernails.(有些人可能会把它描述为爱恨情仇，尽管我相信我们之间的关系不止于此。当然，在“讨厌”的一面，有很多令人沮丧的练习时间，强迫为亲戚表演，修剪指甲)”及第三段中“There was also love on that piano bench.(钢琴凳上也有爱)”可知，作者对这架二手钢琴的情感是矛盾的，既有爱又有恨，由此可知划线词词义为“冲突、矛盾”，故选A项。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Of course, on the ‘hate’ side there were plenty of frustrating hours spent practicing, the forced performances for relatives, the trimmed fingernails. And the responsibility I had to shoulder, as my family sacrificed a lot for me to have piano lessons, because I had talent. My teachers said so and, truthfully, my heart said so, too. But all too often it felt like a burden.(当然，在“讨厌”的一面，有很多令人沮丧的练习时间，强迫为亲戚表演，修剪指甲。还有我必须承担的责任，我的家人为了我上钢琴课牺牲了很多，因为我有天赋。我的老师是这么说的，说实话，我的内心也是这么说的。但很多时候，这感觉像是一种负担)”可知，作者是因为有了这架钢琴，多了很多责任，觉得很有负担，所以对此感到沮丧。故选C项。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第五段“I know every inch of this piano. I spent years of my life in front of this piano. Awaiting my free will to ripen enough to release me from lessons. Awaiting my life to begin. Awaiting my mother to leave the room so I could secretly read my book while practicing scales.(我对这架钢琴了如指掌。我在这架钢琴前度过了那么多年。等待我的自由意志成熟到足以让我从教训中解脱出来。等待我的生活开始。等着妈妈离开房间，这样我就可以一边练音阶一边偷偷看书)”可知，作者认为练钢琴占据了自己很多时间，剥夺了自己做自己喜欢做的事情的自由。故选B项。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据最后一段“It feels like I am giving away the family pet. So here I sit playing my last tune before the movers take the piano away and surprisingly there lies a growing desire for something else.(感觉就像我把家里的宠物送人了。所以，在搬家公司把钢琴搬走之前，我坐在这里弹奏最后一首曲子，令人惊讶的是，我越来越想要别的东西)”可知，作者回顾了多年来对这架钢琴的复杂情感，最后表示要把钢琴处理掉了。所以A Farewell to My Piano.最适合作题目，farewell意为“告别，再见”。故选A项。 主题语境03 人与自然-自然生态 （25-26高二上·广东茂名信宜11月·期中）An owl (猫头鹰) named Flaco escaped New York’s Central Park Zoo last week after his cage was broken. This set off a bird-hunt of police officers and park rangers (护林员). Zoo officials worried that Flaco, who had been kept in his zoo cage for 13 years, may have lost the survival abilities he needed in the wild. They placed some of his favorite treats in the open air to attempt to trap him. Flaco was not fooled. Instead, he was sighted flying over5th Avenue, and Central Park’s skating rink. A number of New Yorkers came into Central Park to try to catch a glimpse of Flaco, taking photos with excitement. But this week, zoo officials announced they accepted that Flaco remained in Central Park because he had been seen bringing up bones and fur from the park’s community of rats. “He has been very successful at hunting and consuming lots of rats in the park.” zoo officials told the New York Post.“ And that’s amazing. He’s hunting on his own. He’s flying better. Flaceo really seems to be enjoying himself out there.” There is a caution attached to this story of an owl who is making it on his own in the city that never sleeps. Owls are nocturnal. They go around searching for food at night. They sleep during the day, or try to, like lots of people who work the overnight shift. Yet some New Yorkers who don’t know proper bird-watching behavior reportedly see Flaco sleep in a tree during the day, and begin to shout at him. It interrupts his sleep. Flaco can’t try to say “shh, shh” with the traditional New York reply. After all, a bird can’t give someone the bird. 1.Why were zoo officials concerned about Flaco’s ability to survive? A. Because his favourite food was too little. B. Because he might be attacked by police. C. Because his cage was severely damaged. D. Because he was kept in his cage for long. 2.What can we infer about Flaco from the third paragraph? A. He has adapted to the wild. B. He has found his previous home. C. He still faces great challenges. D. He dislikes the rats in the park. 3.What does the underlined word “nocturnal” in paragraph 4 mean? A. Scary-looking. B. Shy and quiet. C. Active at night. D. Badly-behaved. 4.Which word best describes the author’s attitude to the interruption to Flaco’s sleep? A. Cautious. B. Favorable. C. Unclear. D. Disapproving. 【答案】1. D　2. A　3. C　4. D 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述纽约动物园一只猫头鹰逃跑并为市民所接受的故事。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段中“Zoo officials worried that Flaco, who had been kept in his zoo cage for 13 years, may have lost the survival abilities he needed in the wild.(动物园官员担心，在动物园笼子里被关了13年的弗拉科可能已经失去了在野外生存所需的能力)”可推知，这只猫头鹰被圈在笼子里面过长了，可能失去了捕食能力。故选D。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第三段中“He’s hunting on his own. He’s flying better. Flaceo really seems to be enjoying himself out there.(他在独自打猎。他飞得好多了。弗拉西奥在外面玩得很开心)”可推知，他现在已经适应了野外生活。故选A。 (3)题解析： 词义猜测题。根据划线词后文“They go around searching for food at night. They sleep during the day, or try to, like lots of people who work the overnight shift.(它们在夜间四处寻找食物。他们白天睡觉，或者试着睡觉，就像很多上夜班的人一样)”可知，猫头鹰在夜间四处寻找食物，白天睡觉，属于夜间活动的动物。故该词意思为“夜间活动的”。故选C。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Yet some New Yorkers who don’t know proper bird-watching behavior reportedly see Flaco sleep in a tree during the day, and begin to shout at him. It interrupts his sleep. Flaco can’t try to say “shh, shh” with the traditional New York reply. After all, a bird can’t give someone the bird.(然而，据报道，一些不知道正确观鸟行为的纽约人白天看到弗拉克在树上睡觉，就开始对它大喊大叫。这打断了他的睡眠。弗莱克不能用纽约人传统的回答方式说“嘘，嘘”。毕竟，鸟不能给人竖中指)”可推知，作者的态度为不赞同。故选D。 主题语境01 人与社会-历史、社会与文化 Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广东清远联考·期中）In November 2019, a cold wind blew hard as Erik Weihenmayer climbed along a knife-edge mountain ridge over 6,096 meters in the air. The mountaineer was attempting to climb Ama Dablam, a punishing peak in the Himalayas. He also faces another challenge: He is blind. But that’s never stopped him from reaching new heights. Erik’s uphill journey began after he lost his sight to a rare eye disease at age 14. Feeling down, he participated in a climbing program for the visually disabled. He loved the sport. To him, climbing was like a fun puzzle. He felt his way over the rocks. His hands and feet led him along. Erik continued to climb throughout his teens. Later, as an adult, he reached higher and higher. He climbed the tallest mountains in North America, Africa, South America, and Antarctica. In 2001, Erik was part of a group that climbed Mount Everest. It’s not just the tallest mountain in Asia—it’s the highest spot in the world! He was the first blind person to reach the peak. But, for Erik, that wasn’t the high point of the trip. Coming down, he understood something important. Climbing taught him many lessons and he wanted to “bring them down the mountain”. He wanted to use the lessons to help other people. That’s why he started No Barriers in 2005. The group helps individuals who are facing challenges, whether physical or emotional. Erik teaches people they can do great things if they work together. Why? The group’s motto explains: What’s within you is stronger than what’s in your way. 1.What can be inferred about the climbing in paragraph 1? A. It was conducted in mild weather. B. It required a guide to lead the climber. C. It must have taken great efforts for the climber. D. It took place on the tallest mountain in the Himalayas. 2.How did Erik climb the rocks after he lost his sight? A. By following a guide’s instructions. B. By using special high-tech equipment. C. By feeling them with his hands and feet. D. By listening to sounds from the rocks. 3.Which words can best describe Erik Weihenmayer? A. Helpful and emotional. B. Determined and caring. C. Outgoing and adventurous. D. Confident and changeable. 4.What does the motto of No Barriers show? A. Where there’s a will, there’s a way. B. Actions speak louder than words. C. Every cloud has a silver lining. D. Rome was not built in a day. 【答案】1. C　2. C　3. B　4. A 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述盲人登山家埃里克·魏亨麦尔克服失明障碍，攀登包括珠穆朗玛峰在内的多座高峰，随后创办“无障碍”组织，帮助面临身体或情感挑战的人突破自我的故事。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段中的“In November 2019, a cold wind blew hard as Erik Weihenmayer climbed along a knife-edge mountain ridge over 6,096 meters in the air. The mountaineer was attempting to climb Ama Dablam, a punishing peak in the Himalayas. He also faces another challenge: He is blind. But that’s never stopped him from reaching new heights.(2019 年 11 月，寒风凛冽，埃里克・魏亨麦尔正沿着海拔 6096 米的刀刃状山脊攀登。这位登山家当时正尝试征服阿玛达布拉姆峰 —— 喜马拉雅山脉一座极具挑战性的险峰。而他还面临着另一重考验：他双目失明。但这从未阻挡他向着新的高度进发)”可知，这次攀登环境恶劣、难度极大，对他来说必然需要付出巨大努力。故选C项。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“He felt his way over the rocks. His hands and feet led him along.(他摸索着越过岩石，手脚为他指引方向)可知，埃里克失明后通过手脚触摸岩石进行攀登。故选C项。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段“He is blind. But that’s never stopped him from reaching new heights.(他双目失明。但这从未阻挡他向着新的高度进发)”以及第三段“Erik continued to climb throughout his teens. Later, as an adult, he reached higher and higher. He climbed the tallest mountains in North America, Africa, South America, and Antarctica.(埃里克在青少年时期一直坚持登山。成年后，他攀登的高度越来越高，征服了北美、非洲、南美和南极洲的最高峰)”可知，埃里克 14 岁失明后，未被残疾击垮，反而长期坚持登山，跨越各大洲最高峰。充分体现他面对绝境时的坚定意志。根据最后一段“That’s why he started No Barriers in 2005. The group helps individuals who are facing challenges, whether physical or emotional.(这就是他 2005 年创办‘无障碍’组织的原因。该组织致力于帮助那些面临身体或情感挑战的人)”可知，他创办组织帮助其他困境中的人，体现了他关爱他人、乐于奉献的品质。故选B项。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段“The group’s motto explains: What’s within you is stronger than what’s in your way.(该组织的座右铭这样阐释：你内心的力量，远胜于前行路上的一切阻碍)”可知，强调内在意志对克服困难的重要性，与“有志者事竟成（Where there’s a will, there’s a way）”核心含义一致。故选A项。 Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广东佛山S6高质量发展联盟·期中）“Individuals of all ages who have empathy (共情) understand that sometimes telling little white lies can protect other people from getting hurt,” says Barbara Greenberg, a clinical psychologist in Connecticut. “Most people that I have come across tell these little white lies because they understand that 100 percent honesty all the time is not beneficial.” A white lie, she explains, spares people from unnecessary hurt. At the same time, Dr. Julia Breur, a marriage and family therapist(治疗专家)in Florida, emphasizes the importance of paying attention to the way we respond to someone. The fact is that not telling the truth can result in something unpleasant on you; it’s not just about the person the white lie is being told to. For example, she says someone who always tells others that “all is good” when it comes to a sick parent in an effort to avoid discussions about how serious their health issue really is, can eventually face stressful experiences. When that parent eventually passes away, the person who always gave an “all is good” response ends up emotionally broken. Sometimes, telling white lies often depends on the situation, Dr. Breur says. For example, consider a woman who has not seen her mother for several months. The daughter has gained noticeable weight, yet the mother responds by excitedly declaring that she looks great. “I emphasize during psychotherapy sessions with my patients that context helps define meaning,” Dr. Breur says. “So when we look at the context of a mother saying you look great when she clearly sees that her daughter has gained weight, it can be acceptable. It reflects the intention of the white lie which is kindness, protection and unconditional love. Otherwise, white lies — especially when told to avoid personal responsibility — can start a cycle of mistrust between people, ultimately harming honesty,” she adds. Therefore, it’s important to ask ourselves when it is and isn’t appropriate to deliver the honest truth, and when it’s best to step back and offer a more delicate response. More often than not, it’s about finding a balance between the two. 1.What can be learned about white lies according to Barbara Greenberg? A. They are common. B. They are short-lived. C. They are trouble-making. D. They are unrecognizable. 2.What is Dr. Breur’s attitude towards the mother’s practice in paragraph 3? A. Uncaring. B. Critical. C. Supportive. D. Doubtful. 3.Which of the following is the best title for the text? A. East or West, White Lies Are the Best B. White Lies Signify Unconditional Love C. Think Twice Before You Tell White Lies D. White Lies Are Empathetic People’s Favorable Choice 【答案】1. A　2. C　3. C 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇议论文。文章主要讲述了善意的谎言可避免他人不必要的伤害，但需结合情境且不能逃避个人责任，关键要在诚实与委婉回应间找到平衡。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据文章第一段““Most people that I have come across tell these little white lies because they understand that 100 percent honesty all the time is not beneficial.” A white lie, she explains, spares people from unnecessary hurt.(“遇到的大多数人说这些善意的谎言，是因为他们知道一直保持百分之百的诚实并非有益。”她解释道，善意的谎言能让人们避免不必要的伤害。)”可知，Barbara Greenberg提到自己遇到的大多数人都会说善意的谎言，说明善意的谎言是常见的。故选A。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据文章第三段““So when we look at the context of a mother saying you look great when she clearly sees that her daughter has gained weight, it can be acceptable. It reflects the intention of the white lie which is kindness, protection and unconditional love. Otherwise, white lies — especially when told to avoid personal responsibility — can start a cycle of mistrust between people, ultimately harming honesty,” she adds.(“所以当我们结合语境来看——母亲明明看到女儿长胖了，却仍说她看起来很好，这种情况是可以接受的。这体现了善意谎言的初衷：善良、保护和无条件的爱。否则，善意的谎言——尤其是为了逃避个人责任而说的——会引发人与人之间的不信任循环，最终损害诚实的品质。”她补充道。)”可知，Breur博士认为这位母亲的做法是可以接受的，体现了善意谎言的善良初衷。故选C。 (3)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据文章最后一段“Therefore, it’s important to ask ourselves when it is and isn’t appropriate to deliver the honest truth, and when it’s best to step back and offer a more delicate response. More often than not, it’s about finding a balance between the two.(因此，重要的是要问问自己，什么时候该坦诚相告、什么时候不该，以及什么时候最好退一步，给出更委婉的回应。大多数情况下，关键在于在两者之间找到平衡。)”以及全文内容可知，文章主要讲述了善意的谎言可避免伤害但需结合情境、不能逃避责任，关键要在诚实与委婉之间找平衡可知，文章强调的是说善意的谎言需谨慎考量。C项“说善意的谎言前要三思”最适合作为标题，故选C。 主题语境02 人与社会-科学与技术 Passage 1 （25-26高二上·广东清远联考·期中）A scene from the recently held world’s first robot sports competition symbolizes the current state of artificial intelligence (AI) development: Humanoid robots ran, fell, got up and continued to run until they reached the finish line. Such a display might raise a few laughs from the audience, but it undoubtedly pushes AI awareness to new heights. A survey published earlier this year showed 53.1 percent of the public are excited about, 26 percent are pleasantly surprised at, and 11 percent hold relatively negative views about AI development. Behind this overall optimism is a hands-on understanding that AI, like mobile Internet, will be the next step in “technology transforming life”. Of course, technological progress has always been a double-edged sword. As people increasingly rely on AI for cognition (认知), uniquely human critical thinking and creativity may degenerate, leading to a divided world where human intelligence declines while machine intelligence rockets. A study by Massachusetts Institute of Technology found AI users had weaker neural connections, while those using no tools showed the strongest and most distributed neural links. Despite possible bumps ahead, AI’s advance will not pause. More importantly, as the continuation of IT revolutions (革命) and a pioneer of new tech-industrial transformations, AI has become a strategic high point in global competition. An innovation powerhouse would not allow hesitation to result in missed opportunities. Emerging technologies always cause uncertainty. As a revolutionary force, AI will greatly reshape societal and economic logic. The need now is to fasten our seat belts while embracing the advance. 1.Why is the robot sports competition scene mentioned in paragraph 1? A. To introduce the topic of the text. B. To show the entertainment value of AI. C. To draw people’s attention to the competition. D. To criticize the disadvantage of humanoid robots. 2.What problems will heavy reliance on AI bring humans? A. Enhanced creativity. B. Strong neural links. C. Powerful cognitive skills. D. Weakened thinking ability. 3.What does the underlined word “bumps” in paragraph 4 probably mean? A. Benefits. B. Challenges. C. Breakthroughs. D. Achievements. 4.What is the author’s advice on AI in the last paragraph? A. To reject AI to avoid the negative impact. B. To take control of AI to prevent potential risks. C. To ignore AI’s role in reshaping the economy now. D. To welcome AI while preparing for its uncertainties. 【答案】1. A　2. D　3. B　4. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇议论文。文章主要围绕人工智能(AI)的发展现状、影响及应对态度展开论述。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段“ A scene from the recently held world’s first robot sports competition symbolizes the current state of artificial intelligence (AI) development: Humanoid robots ran, fell, got up and continued to run until they reached the finish line. Such a display might raise a few laughs from the audience, but it undoubtedly pushes AI awareness to new heights. (在最近举行的世界首届机器人体育比赛中，一个场景象征着人工智能（AI）发展的现状：人形机器人奔跑、跌倒、站起来，然后继续奔跑，直到到达终点线。这样的展示可能会引起观众的一些笑声，但毫无疑问，它将人们对人工智能的意识推向了新的高度。)”接着文章后续段落围绕人工智能的发展、公众态度、可能带来的问题以及应对策略等方面展开论述。由此可知，第一段提到机器人体育比赛场景是为了引出文章关于人工智能发展这一主题。故选A项。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段“As people increasingly rely on AI for cognition (认知), uniquely human critical thinking and creativity may degenerate, leading to a divided world where human intelligence declines while machine intelligence rockets. (随着人们越来越依赖人工智能进行认知，人类独有的批判性思维和创造力可能会退化，导致一个两极分化的世界，在这个世界里，人类智力下降，而机器智力飙升。)”可知，过度依赖人工智能会使人类独特的批判性思维和创造力退化，即思维能力减弱。故选D项。 (3)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据第三段提到过度依赖人工智能可能使人类思维能力退化，以及第四段“Despite possible bumps ahead, AI’s advance will not pause. (尽管前方可能存在____，人工智能的发展不会停滞。)”中“Despite (尽管)”表示转折，说明“bumps”与人工智能发展不会停滞是相反的情况，再结合前文提到的人工智能可能带来的问题，可推测“bumps”指的是人工智能发展过程中可能遇到的挑战，与B项“挑战”意义相近。故选B项。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Emerging technologies always cause uncertainty. As a revolutionary force, AI will greatly reshape societal and economic logic. The need now is to fasten our seat belts while embracing the advance. (新兴技术总是会带来不确定性。作为一种革命性的力量，人工智能将极大地重塑社会和经济逻辑。现在需要的是在迎接进步的同时系好安全带。)”可知，作者认为人工智能作为新兴技术会带来不确定性，但同时也要迎接其发展，也就是要在迎接人工智能发展的同时为其不确定性做好准备。故选D项。 Passage 2 （25-26高二上·广东佛山S6高质量发展联盟·期中）As AI art generators (生成器) take the world by storm, some people wonder if their works should count as art at all. The technology is still developing and has some wrinkles to iron out, which means there are indeed flaws to consider alongside the incredible artwork a good artificial intelligence can produce. Art is classed as the product of imagination, skill, experience, and emotion, usually meant to represent something for the public to enjoy. Artists spent time and effort putting their inner worlds onto these works. Machine intelligence also puts a lot of work into sorting through tons of data, linking someone’s prompt to datasets, and trying to represent it as best as possible. The difference is that the AI is driven by instructions instead of an emotional desire to express itself. AI painters can produce over 1,000 original works of art with every tap of the enter key on a keyboard. But a mass-produced print of the Mona Lisa is worth less than the actual Leonardo da Vinci’s painting. Why? Scarcity — there’s only one of the original. Should anyone pay for these things? And if an artist puts AI masterpieces up for sale, what should the price be? AI art involves a program mimicking (模仿) the work of existing artists to create a new piece according to the request of a human. But who made the artwork, the machine or its user? And can the original artists sue（诉讼） for copyright violation? Such questions complicate the combination of artificial intelligence and the art industry, while fueling arguments against recognizing AI-generated art as marketable artistic products. Once we’ve answered those questions, we can tackle the really big one: When an AI-generated painting wins an award, who gets the prize? 1.What does the underlined word “flaws” in paragraph 1 probably mean? A. Benefits. B. Advances. C. Weaknesses. D. Standards. 2.How is AI art different from human art? A. It is the product of experience. B. It costs less money to produce. C. It combines different styles of work. D. It is not a mirror of humans’ emotions. 3.Why does the writer mention Mona Lisa in paragraph 3? A. To prove the popularity of classic artworks. B. To introduce a new way of conserving art masterpieces. C. To present the potential trouble with the value of AI art. D. To show the advantages of AI painters over human artists. 4.What can we infer from paragraph 4? A. AI art promotes the sale of artistic products. B. AI art makes copyright issues more complicated. C. Artists can create more works with the help of AI. D. There will be fierce competition in the art industry. 【答案】1. C　2. D　3. C　4. B 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇议论文。文章探讨了AI艺术生成器带来的争议，包括其是否算艺术、版权问题以及艺术价值等。 (1)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据划线词前的“The technology is still developing and has some wrinkles to iron out(这项技术仍在发展，尚有一些问题需要解决)”可知，该技术仍在发展，有些问题需要解决，这意味着除了令人惊叹的艺术品外，确实还有“缺陷”需要考虑。flaws与weaknesses同义，指“缺陷、弱点”。故选C。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段中“The difference is that the AI is driven by instructions instead of an emotional desire to express itself.(不同之处在于，AI是由指令驱动的，而不是表达自己的情感欲望。)”可知，AI艺术与人类艺术的不同之处在于，AI是由指令驱动，而非表达自我的情感欲望，因此它不是人类情感的反映。故选D。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第三段中“But a mass-produced print of the Mona Lisa is worth less than the actual Leonardo da Vinci’s painting. Why? Scarcity — there’s only one of the original.(但是，一幅批量生产的《蒙娜丽莎》版画的价值还不如莱昂纳多·达·芬奇的真迹。为什么? 稀缺性——只有一个原作。)”可知，作者提到《蒙娜丽莎》是为了说明稀缺性决定艺术价值，而AI艺术可以批量生产，这带来了对其价值认定的潜在问题。故选C。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第四段中“But who made the artwork, the machine or its user? And can the original artists sue for copyright violation? Such questions complicate the combination of artificial intelligence and the art industry, while fueling arguments against recognizing AI-generated art as marketable artistic products.(但是是谁创造了艺术品，机器还是它的使用者？原创艺术家可以起诉侵犯版权吗？这些问题使人工智能和艺术产业的结合变得复杂，同时也加剧了反对将人工智能生成的艺术视为可销售的艺术产品的争论。)”可知，AI艺术让版权问题变得更加复杂。故选B。 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $